Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the red bliss potatoes thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a towel. If you prefer, you can peel the potatoes, but leaving the skins on adds texture and nutrients.
- Take the 6 cloves of garlic, peel them, and wrap them in aluminum foil with a drizzle of olive oil. Roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes until they are soft and fragrant.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle them with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut the tops off each potato and scoop out the insides into a mixing bowl. Add the roasted garlic, 1 tablespoon of light mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of fat-free sour cream, and 3 tablespoons of grated cheese. Season with fresh thyme or rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and well combined.
- Carefully spoon the filling back into each potato, mounding it slightly on top.
- Drizzle the stuffed potatoes with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle with paprika for color and extra flavor. Return them to the oven for another 15-20 minutes until golden and heated through.
- Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh herbs or cheese if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, try incorporating different herbs like parsley or chives into the filling.
- These potatoes can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
- Freezing stuffed potatoes is possible; just bake them first and then store.
