Cheesy Baked Potato Parcels Recipe ๐ฅ๐ง
Overview:
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 2 Cheesy Baked Potato Parcels
Calories per Serving: 244
Rating: โญโญโญโญโญ (1 review)
Description:
Indulge in the delicious comfort of these Cheesy Baked Potato Parcels! ๐คค This recipe was born out of a desire for a quick, hearty, and oh-so-tasty lunch. Drawing inspiration from various culinary adventures, these parcels are a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Baking the potatoes twice might seem like an extra step, but trust me, it’s the secret to infusing those delightful seasonings into every nook and cranny of the spud. Dive into cheesy goodness with every bite!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Baking Potatoes |
| 1/2 | Cheddar Cheese |
| – | Butter |
| – | Black Pepper |
| – | Chili Pepper |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 180ยฐC (350ยฐF). ๐ฅ
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Prepare Potatoes: Thoroughly wash and scrub the potatoes, ensuring they’re squeaky clean. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel. ๐ฅ๐ฆ
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Wrap Potatoes: Individually wrap each potato in a snug blanket of aluminum foil. This helps them cook to perfection! ๐
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Insert Skewers: Take a metal skewer and gently push it lengthwise through each potato. If you’re missing skewers, a butter knife or fork will do the trick! The key is to have something metal going through the potato for even cooking. ๐ช๐ฅ
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Bake First Round: Pop the foil-wrapped potatoes into the preheated oven and let them bake for 25-30 minutes. You’ll know they’re done when a fork easily pierces through the potato. ๐
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Cool Down: Carefully remove the potatoes from the oven, wearing your trusty oven gloves. Hold one end of the skewer and slide the potato off onto a plate. Allow them to cool slightly for 1-2 minutes. ๐ฅต๐ฅ
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Cross Cut & Butter: With a knife, make a cross-cut on the top of each potato. Now, get your butter ready! Spread as much or as little butter as your heart desires into each of the four sections. ๐ง๐ช
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Seasoning Time: Sprinkle on some garlic salt for that extra oomph of flavor. Don’t worry if the potato breaks a bitโit’s all part of the charm! ๐ฅ๐ง
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Cheesy Goodness: Time for the star of the show! Divide half of the grated cheddar cheese evenly inside the potatoes. Next, add a dash of black pepper and chili peppers for a spicy kick! ๐ถ๏ธ๐ง
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Top it Off: Now, generously sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the potatoes, making sure to cover both the inside and outside. More cheese = more joy! ๐ง๐
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Second Bake: Wrap those cheesy wonders back up in their foil blankets. You can reuse the same foil as long as it’s intact. No need for skewers this time! ๐
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Final Touch: Return the parcels to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes. This step ensures that melty, gooey cheese perfection! ๐คค
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Serve and Enjoy: With eager anticipation, remove the parcels from the oven, place them on a plate, and carefully unwrap. Dive into the cheesy goodness, savoring each delightful bite. Bon appรฉtit! ๐ด๐
Recipe Notes:
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For an extra cheesy twist, consider mixing in some grated mozzarella or gouda with the cheddar.
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If you’re feeling adventurous, toss in some cooked bacon bits or chopped spring onions before sealing the parcels for an added flavor punch! ๐ฅ๐ฟ
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These Cheesy Baked Potato Parcels are perfect for a quick lunch, a cozy dinner side, or even a snack for those late-night cravings. Enjoy the creamy, cheesy, potato goodness! ๐๐ฅ
Whether you’re a beginner cook or a seasoned chef, this recipe promises pure comfort in every bite. Try it out, and let the cheesy magic unfold! โจ๐ง
