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Million Dollar Twice-Baked Potatoes

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Million Dollar Twice-Baked Potatoes, featuring crispy potato skins filled with a luscious filling that promises to steal the spotlight at your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 large russet potatoes Choose large russet potatoes for optimal texture.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Plus more for topping.
  • ½ cup sour cream Or Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • ½ cup cream cheese Must be softened.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Melted.
  • ¼ cup milk Can substitute with a non-dairy option.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Salt and black pepper Adjust based on preference.
Optional toppings
  • to taste Chopped chives
  • to taste Freshly ground pepper
  • to taste Crumbled feta cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub and dry the russet potatoes. Prick them with a fork several times, then place them directly on the oven rack.
  3. Bake for about 45-60 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  4. Remove the baked potatoes and let them cool for a few minutes.
  5. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the insides into a mixing bowl, leaving a bit of potato on the skin for structure.
Filling and Baking
  1. To the bowl with the potato insides, add the cheddar cheese, sour cream, cream cheese, melted butter, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  3. Spoon the creamy potato mixture back into the potato skins and sprinkle additional cheese on top.
  4. Place the stuffed potatoes back on a baking sheet and return to the oven.
  5. Bake for another 15-20 minutes until the tops are golden and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Once baked to perfection, garnish with chopped chives or your favorite toppings and serve warm. Enjoy!

Notes

You can substitute cheddar cheese with mozzarella, gouda, or a spicy pepper jack cheese. For quicker preparation, consider microwaving the potatoes before the final bake. Avoid overmixing the filling to maintain fluffiness.