Best 6 Halved Baked Potatoes Recipes

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Baked potatoes are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are simple to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, or soft and creamy all the way through, there is a perfect baked potato recipe for you. Halved baked potatoes are a fun and easy way to switch up the traditional baked potato. They are perfect for individual servings and can be topped with your favorite toppings. With so many different ways to make them, you are sure to find a halved baked potato recipe that you will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HALVED BAKED POTATOES



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Buttery baked-potato halves can be served on theside of our Beef Tenderloin with Shallot Mustard Sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
1 tablespoon butter
4 sprigs fresh thyme
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise, and arrange, cut sides up, in a baking dish.
  • Transfer baking dish to the oven on the lower rack, and bake until potatoes are golden brown and puffy on top, 40 to 50 minutes. Serve each topped with a dab of butter and a fresh thyme sprig and sprinkled with coarse salt to taste.

HALF BAKED POTATOES



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Make and share this Half Baked Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bachelor Dennis

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 -4 potatoes, 1/2 potato per serving for russets (any type, but cooking time will vary)
3 -4 tablespoons butter or 3 -4 tablespoons margarine
garlic salt
dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Slice potatoes in half lengthwise and pierce the meat using a fork or knife. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. While preheating oven add 3-4 tablespoons butter or margarine to a baking sheet or baking dish and melt in oven (for 4 potato halves, you should have a liberal amount of butter or margarine coating the bottom).
  • When butter is melted remove pan and add a liberal amount of garlic salt. Add parsley, and place potatoes face down in butter.
  • Bake until potatoes are tender and meat of potato is browned (approximately 35-40 minutes for medium sized Russet Potatoes).
  • Can be done in Microwave (approximately 15 minutes but check frequently).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.4, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 82.4, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 2.2

PARMESAN BAKED POTATO HALVES



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Super easy side dish you can prep and toss in the oven while you get on with the rest of the meal. found on the Family Favorite Recipes blog.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Low Protein

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 small potatoes, scrubbed and cut in half
1/4 cup butter
grated parmesan cheese
garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Melt butter and pour into a 9x13 inch pan and spread evenly across the bottom.
  • Generously sprinkle parmesan cheese and lightly sprinkle garlic powder and any other desired seasonings all over the butter.
  • Place potato halves face down on the butter and seasonings.
  • Place in preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan.
  • Serve on a plate with a side of sour cream for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 77.7, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 1.3, Protein 3.5

RE-BAKED POTATOES



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These started out as breakfast for Christmas morning. I added all the goodies that I liked on a baked potato. Another great thing is that this can be made ahead of time. One year I made a casserole with the extra mixture I had. Pair with Gallo® Family Vineyards Sonoma Reserve Chardonnay.-Taste of Home Cooking School

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 to 8 large baking potatoes
1/2 cup butter
4 to 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar or shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Pepper to taste
Additional shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Pierce potatoes with a fork; rub with oil if desired. Bake at 400° for 1 hour and 20 minutes or until tender. Let stand until cool enough to handle., Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp, leaving a thin shell. Place pulp, butter and cream cheese in a large bowl and mash. Fold in green onions, bacon, cheese and pepper. Spoon into potato shells. Place on baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 20-30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with additional cheese. Let stand 3-5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

SCORED POTATOES



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These well-seasoned baked potatoes are a fun alternative to plain baked potatoes. It's easy to help yourself to just the amount you want, too, since the potato halves are scored into sections. - Barbara Wheeler, Sparks Glencoe, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large baking potatoes
2 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • With a sharp knife, cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Slice each half widthwise 6 times, but not all the way through; fan potatoes slightly. , Place in a shallow baking dish. Brush potatoes with 1 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle with paprika, parsley, salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50 minutes or until tender. Drizzle with remaining butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

TWICE BAKED POTATOES I



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Twice baked potatoes, every kids favorite dish. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Sally Oh

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Twice Baked Potato Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large baking potatoes
4 tablespoons milk
salt to taste
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Clean and scrub baking potatoes. Pierce skin with a fork once or twice. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for approximately 1 hour or until the potatoes are soft and firm.
  • Let potatoes cool slightly. Cut baked potatoes in half and scoop out pulp within 1/4 inch of the shell edge. Mash the pulp with milk, salt and butter to taste. Stuff shells with mashed pulp mixture sprinkle tops with grated cheddar cheese. Place potatoes on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 56.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Look for medium-sized, firm potatoes with smooth skin and no blemishes. Avoid potatoes that are sprouting or have green spots.
  • Scrub the potatoes well: Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Pierce the potatoes: Use a fork to pierce the potatoes all over. This will help the steam escape and prevent the potatoes from bursting.
  • Drizzle with oil: Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil or melted butter. This will help them crisp up and brown.
  • Season the potatoes: Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
  • Bake the potatoes: Bake the potatoes at a high temperature (400°F or 200°C) for about an hour, or until they are tender and cooked through.
  • Let the potatoes cool: Let the potatoes cool slightly before cutting them open.
  • Top the potatoes: Top the potatoes with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, bacon, sour cream, or chives.

Conclusion:

Halved baked potatoes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect halved baked potatoes every time.

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