French Onion-Stuffed Potatoes 🥔
Introduction:
WOW! Get ready for an incredible culinary journey with these French Onion-Stuffed Potatoes! 😍 Picture this: a crisp, golden-brown potato shell, generously stuffed with a savory-sweet blend of caramelized onions, creamy sour cream, and fragrant parsley. 🌿 It’s a taste sensation that’ll transport you to cloud nine and back! 💫 I had the pleasure of experiencing these at my sister-in-law’s place recently, and let me tell you, it was a flavor explosion I won’t soon forget. Now, armed with her divine recipe, I’m sharing the magic with you! 🎉 So, buckle up and get ready for a taste adventure that’ll leave your taste buds dancing!
Recipe Information:
- Name: French Onion-Stuffed Potatoes
- Category: Potato
- Keywords: Vegetable, Low Protein, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
- Servings: 4
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Calories per serving: 226
- Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (based on 2 reviews)
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 4 | Baking potatoes |
| 1 | Stick of butter |
| 1 | Medium onion, finely chopped |
| 1 | Tablespoon sugar |
| 1/2 | Cup sour cream |
| 2 | Tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (divided) |
| 1 | Teaspoon beef bouillon granules |
| 1 | Teaspoon salt |
| 1/8 | Teaspoon black pepper |
| Additional sour cream for topping (optional) |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). 🌡️
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Prepare Potatoes: Wash the baking potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Individually wrap each potato in aluminum foil. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for about 1 hour, turning them once halfway through. The potatoes are ready when they are tender and easily pierced with a fork. 🔪
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Caramelize Onions: While the potatoes are baking, let’s work on the luscious onion topping! In a frying pan, melt the stick of butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and a tablespoon of sugar. Cook, stirring often, until the onions turn a beautiful golden brown color. This caramelization process should take about 8-10 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and allow it to cool for 10 minutes. 🧈
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Prepare Sour Cream Mixture: In a medium bowl, mix together the sour cream, 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley, beef bouillon granules, salt, and black pepper. Set this flavorful mixture aside. 🥄
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Prepare Potatoes for Stuffing: Once the potatoes are baked and cool enough to handle, carefully unwrap them. Using a knife, carefully cut each potato open lengthwise, creating a long slit in the center. Be sure to leave about a 1/2-inch thick shell of potato intact around the edges.
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Scoop and Mash: Gently scoop out the cooked potato flesh, being careful not to tear the skins. Place the potato pulp into the bowl with the sour cream mixture. 🥔 Mash everything together until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
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Stuff the Potatoes: Now comes the fun part! Spoon the delicious potato and sour cream mixture back into the hollowed-out potato shells. Top each stuffed potato with a dollop of additional sour cream, if desired.
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Add Onion Topping: Spoon the caramelized onion mixture generously over the tops of the stuffed potatoes. This savory-sweet addition will take your taste buds on a wild ride! 🎢
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Final Touch: Finish off these masterpieces by sprinkling the remaining tablespoon of chopped parsley over the potatoes. This adds a fresh, herbaceous pop of flavor and a beautiful touch of green.
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Serve and Enjoy: Arrange these French Onion-Stuffed Potatoes on a serving platter, and prepare for the oohs and ahhs from your lucky guests! 🤩 Serve them hot and watch as everyone dives in for a taste of potato perfection.
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Bonus Tips: For an extra indulgent twist, consider adding a sprinkle of crispy bacon bits or grated cheese over the top before serving. You can also customize these potatoes by adding your favorite herbs or spices to the sour cream mixture. Get creative and make them your own!
Conclusion:
There you have it, folks! French Onion-Stuffed Potatoes that are sure to steal the show at any mealtime. Whether you’re looking for a comforting weeknight dinner or a standout side dish for a special occasion, these beauties have got you covered. 💫 So, gather your ingredients, preheat that oven, and get ready to savor every delicious bite of these heavenly stuffed potatoes. Bon appétit! 🥂
