Stuffed Hasselback potatoes are a delightful twist on the classic Hasselback potato, where the potato is thinly sliced and roasted to a crispy perfection. Stuffing these potatoes with cheese and herbs adds a burst of flavor. Here’s a recipe for Stuffed Hasselback Potatoes:
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh herbs (e.g., chives, rosemary, or thyme), finely chopped
- Sour cream and additional chopped herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Place a potato between two wooden chopsticks or two wooden spoon handles to create a guide for slicing. This will help prevent you from slicing all the way through the potato.
- Using a sharp knife, make thin, evenly spaced slices along the length of the potato. Make sure not to cut all the way through; the slices should be connected at the bottom.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Carefully brush the potato with the butter and garlic mixture, making sure to get it between the slices.
- Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and gently separate the slices slightly with a fork. Brush the remaining garlic butter over the potatoes.
- Mix the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs in a bowl.
- Carefully stuff the cheese and herb mixture between the potato slices.
- Return the potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes or until they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The internal temperature of the potatoes should be around 210°F (99°C).
- Once the potatoes are done, garnish them with a little more cheese, fresh herbs, and a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Serve your Stuffed Hasselback Potatoes as a delicious side dish for a variety of meals. The combination of crispy potato slices, melted cheese, and aromatic herbs makes this dish a real crowd-pleaser.
