Twice-Baked Potatoes with Cheddar Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 75 minutes

Twice-baked potatoes are a delicious and satisfying dish, perfect for any occasion, including Thanksgiving. This recipe features creamy mashed potatoes mixed with sharp cheddar cheese, then baked again until golden and bubbly.

The preparation is simple, making it an ideal side dish that can be prepared ahead of time and reheated, allowing you to enjoy more time with your guests.

Delicious Twice-Baked Potatoes with Cheddar

This Twice-Baked Potatoes with Cheddar Recipe combines fluffy potato flesh with cheese, butter, and spices, creating a rich and flavorful filling. The dish takes about 1 hour and serves 4 people, making it a great addition to your Thanksgiving table.

Ingredients

4 large russet potatoes
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped green onions or chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Bake the Potatoes: Wash and pierce the potatoes with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack for about 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
Prepare the Filling: Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides into a mixing bowl, leaving a thin layer of potato in the skins.
Mix the Ingredients: Add the cheddar cheese, sour cream, milk, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the potato flesh. Mash until smooth and well combined.
Refill the Skins: Spoon the cheesy potato mixture back into the potato skins, mounding it slightly on top.
Second Bake: Place the filled potatoes on a baking sheet and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and heated through.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped green onions or chives if desired, and serve hot.