Twice Baked Cheesy Potatoes

My husband loved this recipe. I baked the potatoes in the microwave. I let them cool while I melted the butter in the microwave. I didn't have cheese slices, so I used shredded mild cheddar cheese. After the potatoes were cool enough to handle, I scooped the potato out and added to a bowl. I mashed the potatoes with a potato masher, then I added the butter, 1/2 tsp. of salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. I whipped the potatoes and then added the sour cream and whipped the potatoes to desired consistency. I folded about 1/2 cup of shredded mild cheddar cheese for 2 potatoes. I added green onion for garnish.

This is a basic twice baked potato recipe. The only thing I thought was needed was salt and pepper. I finished off with a sprinkle of paprika on top just to add the pretty factor.

I think this a good basic recipe but I added two grated cloves of garlic and grated onion like my grandmother used to. I also added salt and pepper and substituted cheddar for American cheese. I never tried to make "innie/outtie" potatoes (as they were called in my house growing up) since my mom always complained they were too much work, but they were suprisingly simple, waiting for the potatoes to bake is the worst part. I really prefer using sour cream it gives a great flavor and thick texture.