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Loaded Hasselback Potato Recipe

These Hasselback Potatoes with cheese and bacon are are deliciously crispy on the outside, perfectly tender on the inside, and beautiful to look at. You would never guess just how incredibly simple they are to prepare!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 222kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 6 medium russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon thyme fresh minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons green onions sliced
  • 1 tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
  • 1/2 cup bacon bits
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • To prepare each potato, use a sharp knife to make thin slices along the entire length (about 1/8" apart), stopping about 1/4 inch from the bottom. You can place a wooden spoon (or chopsticks) on either side of the potato to make sure you don't cut all the way through.
  • In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, avocado oil, garlic powder and thyme.
  • Place the potatoes on a large baking sheet, then use a pastry brush to brush the butter mixture all over the outside of each potato, as well as inside the slices. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place in the oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the outsides are browned and crisp.
  • Remove from the oven and top the potatoes with shredded cheese, then bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
  • Let the potatoes cool slightly, then top with sour cream, bacon bits, green onions (or chives) and parsley. Enjoy!

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Notes

Storing instructions: store leftovers covered, or in an airtight container in the fridge, for up to 3 days.
Make-ahead: You can make these potatoes ahead of time and then just keep them warm in a slow cooker until you're ready to eat. If you're making this for a huge crowd, you can always bake add them in the oven, and then store them in a cooler until you're ready to serve.
Reheating: reheat in a microwave or a preheated 350 degree oven until warmed through.

Nutrition

Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 423mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 254IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 1mg