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Baked Potatoes With Cheddar Sour Cream Recipe

Fluffy baked potatoes loaded with a tangy cheddar sour cream topping! This easy recipe from MarthaStewart.com is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a satisfying game-day side dish. Get ready for perfectly baked potatoes with a creamy, cheesy explosion in every bite!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 240.6 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Potatoes With Cheddar Sour Cream

  • 1 cup Reduced Fat Sour Cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded White Cheddar Cheese (plus extra for garnish, optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt and a pinch of Black Pepper
  • 4 large Baking Potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped Scallions, for garnish (optional)

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How to Make Baked Potatoes With Cheddar Sour Cream

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Wash and scrub 4 large russet potatoes thoroughly.
  3. Pierce potatoes several times with a fork.
  4. Rub potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  5. Place potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 65-75 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork.
  6. While potatoes bake, prepare the cheddar sour cream topping: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper.
  7. Once potatoes are cooked, carefully remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  8. Using a sharp knife, cut a deep cross into the top of each potato.
  9. Gently squeeze the sides of each potato to open it slightly.
  10. Top each potato generously with the cheddar sour cream mixture.
  11. Garnish with chopped scallions (optional) and a sprinkle of extra cheese (optional).
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

30g

Carbs

9g

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