Caramelized Onion Cheddar Potatoes (Printable Version)
Baked potatoes brimming with sweet caramelized onions and melted sharp cheddar cheese.
# What You’ll Need:
01 - 4 large russet potatoes
02 - 2 large onions, thinly sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons butter
04 - 1 and 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
05 - Salt, to taste
06 - Black pepper, to taste
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Scrub potatoes thoroughly, pat dry, and pierce each several times with a fork. Place directly on the oven rack and bake for 45 to 60 minutes until tender when pierced with a knife.
02 - While potatoes bake, heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden and caramelized, about 20 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
03 - Remove potatoes from the oven and let cool briefly. Using a sharp knife, slice each potato lengthwise and gently scoop out some of the flesh, leaving a sturdy shell. In a bowl, combine scooped potato flesh with the caramelized onions and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until evenly blended. Season to taste.
04 - Spoon filling back into the potato shells, mounding slightly. Top each with remaining cheddar. Return stuffed potatoes to the oven and bake for 10 minutes more until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses only a handful of easy to find ingredients
- Does not require any fancy equipment
- Satisfying enough for a meal but works as a side too
- The flavors are cozy and restaurant worthy
02 -
- High in fiber and filling enough for a main dish
- Naturally gluten free so perfect for mixed eaters
- Flavors develop even more if you prep components ahead
03 -
- Massage your potatoes with just a hint of oil and plenty of salt before baking for super crisp skin
- Go low and slow on the onions do not rush the caramelizing or they will get bitter
- Shred cheese yourself for smoother melt and more flavor than pre bagged varieties