Chef John's Twice-Baked Potatoes

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When entertaining guests on special occasions, don't forget that you're putting on a show with the food. And, when it comes to starchy side dishes, these twice-baked potatoes are a great way to express flair for the dramatic.

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John Mitzewich
Chef John
John Mitzewich
John Mitzewich — aka Chef John — has produced more than 1,500 cooking videos for Allrecipes. He's the actor, director, and screenwriter whose hands and voice confidently walk you through techniques.
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Updated on August 19, 2024
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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1 tablespoon minced green onion

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

  • ½ cup shredded white Cheddar cheese

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 1 egg yolk

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

  2. Rub potatoes with vegetable oil; place on the prepared baking sheet.

  3. Bake in the preheated oven until a paring knife easily inserts into center of a potato, about 1 hour. Cool until easy to handle, about 10 minutes.

  4. Cut 1/3 off each potato lengthwise; reserve. Scoop flesh to about 1/8-inch of potato skins; transfer flesh to a bowl.

  5. Combine potato flesh, 3 tablespoons butter, and green onion until butter melted; season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir in Cheddar cheese until melted. Stir in cream and egg yolk until combined; season with salt.

  6. Place 1 reserved small piece potato skin inside bottom of each larger potato shell. Divide and fill each potato with cheese mixture. Gently press surface of filling with a fork to create texture. Brush tops with 1 tablespoon melted butter; sprinkle with paprika.

  7. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top, 20 to 30 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

581 Calories
31g Fat
66g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 581
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g 40%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Cholesterol 137mg 46%
Sodium 205mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 66g 24%
Dietary Fiber 8g 30%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 13g 25%
Vitamin C 74mg 82%
Calcium 176mg 14%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 1616mg 34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.