I grew up eating lots and lots of potatoes. My mom is from Idaho which is famous for it’s amazing potatoes. My grandma grew up in Blackfoot, Idaho, which has the distinction of calling itself the “World Potato Capital” and is home to the Idaho Potato Museum. Every summer when we visited, my grandparents would send us home with big boxes of Idaho potatoes, which were vastly superior to the sad little green things we usually found in the grocery stores back in those days. Needless to say, we ate more potatoes than any other side dish when I was a kid and I still love them today. And my favorite potato preparation of them all were the twice baked potatoes my mom would make. Well, those and homemade french fries. We most often serve twice baked potatoes as a side dish to a meatier main like my husband’s favorite Meatloaf Hamburger Patties, a nice ribeye steak, or Slow Roasted Oven BBQ Beef Brisket.
What are twice baked potatoes?
Twice baked potatoes are a mash up of baked potatoes and mashed potatoes. You get the deliciousness of loaded mashed potatoes made with all the good stuff like butter and cream cheese (so they are extra creamy) with the texture and flavor of a baked, salted potato skin. Don’t think you like potato skins? Try rubbing them in a little oil and salt before you bake them! The first round of cooking is the most important as it bakes the potato until nice and soft. You could even do a microwave baked potato if you are rushed for time. After the first bake, the potatoes are sliced in half, their innards are scooped out and mashed with other ingredients, then returned to the potato skin shells before being reheated (the twice-baked part).
Ingredients
Russet Potatoes Cream Cheese Sour Cream Cheddar Cheese Salted Butter Kosher Salt Black Pepper Green Onions Milk Olive Oil
How to make twice baked potatoes
Can twice baked potatoes be frozen?
Yes, these can be made ahead and frozen for up to 2 months. These are great to have on hand for a quick and easy meal that you can also give to a friend in need. Simply prepare the all the way through to adding on the cheese, but don’t do the second bake. Freeze flat on a baking sheet before transferring to an airtight container. Then thaw in the fridge overnight and follow the instructions for the second bake.
How long can twice baked potatoes be refrigerated?
Twice baked potatoes can last up to a week in the fridge if you keep them stored in an airtight container.
How to reheat twice baked potatoes?
Place your baked potatoes on a baking sheet and brush the tops with a little melted butter. This helps to keep them from drying out too much. Bake at 350 degrees F for about 10-20 minutes until they are heated thoroughly. The length of time needed really depends a lot on the size of the potato, so check it often.
What goes with twice baked potatoes?
Twice baked potatoes go with practically anything! That’s one of the best things about twice baked potatoes is the versatility. They’re also a great comfort dish that pairs great with other comfort meals like meatloaf, pork chops, roasted chicken, or even a large salad.
More Side Dish Recipes To Try
Creamy Potluck Potatoes Scalloped Potatoes Au Gratin Broccoli Pasta Loaded Potato Skins Deviled Egg Potato Salad Garlic Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows and Pecans Southern Collard Greens Roasted Cauliflower Rice Pilaf with Orzo Air Fryer Baked Potato
