Potatoes are an essential part of a wholesome meal. Sadly, they are often categorized as a side dish when they actually have the potential to stand alone. Struggling to find an exciting potato recipe for your next meal? Take a slice out of this idea – in every sense of the word!
Loaded Baked Potato
Potatoes are an essential part of a wholesome meal. Sadly, they are often categorized as a side dish when they actually have the potential to stand alone. Struggling to find an exciting potato recipe for your next meal? Take a slice out of this idea - in every sense of the word!
Equipment
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 potatoes
- 1 oz cheddar cheese in small slices
- 1/2 cup gouda cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- sour cream
- chives
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Leave them unpeeled, making sure there are no green spots or sprouts.
- Now cut the potato into thin slices, but be sure to not cut all the way through! The potato should stay in one piece ("Hasselback" style).
- Gently place the small cheddar cheese slices between each slit of the potato.
- Now sprinkle the grated cheeses on top, and bake in the oven for 45-60 minutes at 350°F.
- Before serving, add a dollop of sour cream and fresh chives.
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Notes
Play with this recipe to your heart's content! Try adding ham between the potato slits, or butter, or onions. The brilliant appearance will stay the same, but the taste can be altered any way you'd like!