Roasted Garlic Twice Baked Cheesy Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Roasted Garlic Twice Baked Cheesy Potatoes, a mouthwatering combination of creamy mashed potatoes, rich roasted garlic, and gooey melted cheddar cheese. Perfectly crispy potato shells are filled to the brim with a smooth, flavorful mixture of russet potato, sour cream, and butter, enhanced by the irresistible depth of oven-roasted garlic. Topped with a golden layer of cheddar and a sprinkle of fresh chives, this irresistible side dish is ideal for holidays, dinner parties, or turning any meal into a special occasion. With a balance of textures, bold flavors, and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is destined to become a family favorite—and a guaranteed hit on your dinner table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly, then dry them with a towel.
Pierce each potato several times with a fork and place them directly on the oven rack. Bake for 1 hour or until tender when pierced with a knife.
While the potatoes bake, prepare the roasted garlic. Slice the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, wrap it in aluminum foil, and place it in the oven next to the potatoes. Roast for 40 minutes, then remove and let cool.
When the potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Slice each potato lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh into a large mixing bowl, leaving about a 1/4-inch thick shell to hold its shape. Place the potato shells on a baking sheet.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and add them to the potato flesh in the mixing bowl.
Add the butter, sour cream, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, milk, salt, and pepper to the potato mixture. Mash everything together until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Spoon the mashed potato mixture back into the potato shells, mounding it slightly.
Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the stuffed potatoes.
Bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh chives and serve immediately. Enjoy your Roasted Garlic Twice Baked Cheesy Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 180.5 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.8 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 428 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 4922 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 315.0 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 90.7 g | 181% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1914 mg | 147% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 6931 mg | 147% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
