Description
Broccoli and Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes are a delicious and comforting dish featuring fluffy baked russet potatoes stuffed with a creamy mixture of sour cream, cheddar cheese, and tender broccoli. This recipe is perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying vegetarian main course, combining the cheesy richness with nutritious broccoli for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 large russet potatoes
Filling
- 1 cup cooked broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Thoroughly scrub the potatoes and prick each several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake potatoes: Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45 to 60 minutes until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly for easier handling.
- Scoop out potato flesh: Cut each potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh into a large bowl, leaving a thin layer inside the skins to help maintain their shape during refilling.
- Prepare filling: Mash the potato flesh with sour cream, milk, butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add broccoli and cheese: Fold in the chopped cooked broccoli and half of the shredded cheddar cheese to the mashed potato mixture, stirring until evenly combined.
- Refill potato skins: Spoon the potato and broccoli mixture back into the potato skins, distributing evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of each filled potato half.
- Bake stuffed potatoes: Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve warm as a side dish or main course.
Notes
- For a creamier filling, add an extra tablespoon of milk or a dollop of cream cheese.
- Incorporate cooked bacon bits for added flavor and texture.
- These twice baked potatoes can be served as a hearty vegetarian main course or a satisfying side dish.
