Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cooking Instructions:
- Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes - Wash the red bliss potatoes thoroughly under cold water. Place them in a large pot and fill it with water, ensuring the potatoes are fully submerged. Add a pinch of salt to the water, then bring it to a boil over high heat. Cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
- Step 2: Roast the Garlic - While the potatoes are boiling, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Take the minced garlic and spread it out on a small piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then fold the foil into a pouch. Place it in the preheated oven and roast for about 15 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant and golden.
- Step 3: Scoop and Mash - Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and let them cool slightly. Carefully scoop out the center of each potato using a small spoon, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato around the skin to maintain structure. Place the scooped-out potato in a mixing bowl.
- Step 4: Make the Filling - To the bowl with the scooped potato, add the roasted garlic, light mayonnaise, fat-free sour cream, fresh herbs, grated cheese, and salt and pepper to taste. Mash everything together until smooth and well combined.
- Step 5: Stuff the Potatoes - Carefully spoon the creamy filling back into each potato shell, packing it in generously. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the stuffed potatoes, then sprinkle a bit of paprika on top for color and flavor.
- Step 6: Bake - Arrange the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet and place them in the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- These stuffed potatoes can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Feel free to customize the filling with seasonal herbs or vegetables.
- To reheat leftovers, warm them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through.
