Parmesan baked potatoes are a delicious and savory side dish that pairs well with many main courses. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel. Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Rub each potato with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly until they are cool enough to handle.
- Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice them in half lengthwise.
- Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the flesh of each potato half, leaving a thin layer of potato inside the skin. Be careful not to tear the skin.
- Place the scooped-out potato flesh in a bowl and mash it with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the mashed potatoes and mix well to combine.
- Fill each potato skin with the mashed potato mixture, mounding it slightly on top.
- Return the filled potato skins to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
These Parmesan baked potatoes make a delicious side dish for any meal. They’re crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with cheesy flavor. Enjoy!