Twice-Baked Potatoes with Meat and Cheese a hearty, comforting dish that’s perfect as a main or a side. Here’s a full recipe for you:
🥔 Twice-Baked Potatoes with Meat & Cheese
🍽️ Servings: 4
⏱️ Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
🧄 Ingredients:
For the Potatoes:
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4 large russet potatoes
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Olive oil or butter (for skin)
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Salt
For the Filling:
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1/2 lb ground beef (or ground turkey, sausage, etc.)
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup milk or cream
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
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2 green onions, chopped
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Paprika or smoked paprika (optional topping)
🔪 Instructions:
1. Bake the Potatoes (First Bake):
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Scrub potatoes clean, pierce with a fork a few times, rub with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt.
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Place directly on oven rack or baking sheet. Bake for 45–60 minutes until fork-tender.
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Let cool slightly (until you can handle them).
2. Cook the Meat Filling:
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While potatoes bake, sauté chopped onion in a skillet with a bit of oil over medium heat until soft (about 3–4 minutes).
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Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess grease if needed.
3. Scoop & Mix Filling:
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Slice off the top 1/4 of each potato (lengthwise, optional), or cut in half.
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Carefully scoop out the insides into a bowl, leaving a 1/4-inch shell.
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Mash the potato insides with sour cream, milk/cream, and cheeses. Fold in the cooked beef mixture and green onions. Season to taste.
4. Stuff & Bake Again (Second Bake):
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Spoon the filling back into the potato shells. Top with more shredded cheese.
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Sprinkle with paprika if desired.
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Return to oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15–20 minutes, until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
🧀 Optional Add-Ins:
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Crumbled bacon
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Jalapeños
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Hot sauce
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Cooked mushrooms
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Chopped spinach
🥗 Serving Ideas:
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Serve with a fresh salad or grilled veggies.
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Add a dollop of sour cream or drizzle with ranch or BBQ sauce.