Description
These garlic-stuffed jacket potatoes are a comforting and flavorful twist on classic baked potatoes. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and loaded with a savory garlic, cheese, and sour cream filling, they make a delicious side dish that’s sure to please. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes
Garlic Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra cheese and herbs for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the filling: Mix sour cream, butter, garlic, cheddar cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper. Scoop out potato insides and combine with the garlic mixture.
- Stuff the potatoes: Spoon the filling back into the potato shells. Top with extra cheese if desired.
- Bake again: Return the potatoes to the oven for 10–15 minutes until golden and heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with chives or sour cream and serve hot.
Scrub the potatoes clean, pat dry, and pierce each one several times with a fork. Rub with olive oil and bake for 50–60 minutes until tender.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, roast the garlic beforehand.
- Add cooked bacon bits or steamed broccoli for a heartier version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
