Garlic Stuffed Jacket Potatoes
These Garlic Stuffed Jacket Potatoes are a delightful twist on the classic baked potato. The potatoes are baked until tender, then filled with a creamy garlic-infused mixture and topped with melted cheese. A perfect side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course.
Ingredients
- 4 large baking potatoes such as Russet or Maris Piper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup 120ml sour cream
- ½ cup 120ml grated cheddar cheese
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives chopped
- ¼ cup 60ml milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry. Prick each potato several times with a fork. Rub the skins with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place them directly on the oven rack and bake for 1 hour, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare the Filling:
- While the potatoes are baking, in a small bowl, combine the sour cream, grated cheddar cheese, minced garlic, melted butter, chopped chives, and milk. Mix until well combined and set aside.
- Stuff the Potatoes:
- Once the potatoes are baked and cool enough to handle, slice them in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the flesh, leaving a small border around the edges. Mash the scooped-out potato flesh and mix it with the prepared filling until smooth and well combined.
- Bake Again:
- Spoon the mashed mixture back into the potato skins, mounding it slightly. Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet and return them to the oven. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the filling is heated through.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional chopped chives if desired.
Notes
- For an extra creamy texture, you can add a tablespoon of cream cheese to the filling mixture.
- Feel free to top the stuffed potatoes with additional grated cheese before the second baking step for a cheesy crust.
- These potatoes can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes before serving.