Leslie’S French Potatoes

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy roasted potatoes stuffed with a rich, savory blue cheese sauce
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Leslie’S French Potatoes

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 353.5

Description

These French-style stuffed potatoes are the ultimate comfort side dish, combining fluffy baked potatoes with a luxurious, creamy filling. The recipe features large baking potatoes scooped from their skins and whipped with sour cream, milk, and finely minced onions for a smooth, velvety texture. The standout element is the homemade R/G Sauce, a robust blend of roasted garlic, olive oil, and tangy Roquefort cheese, which adds a sophisticated depth of flavor that elevates this classic dish. Garnished with fresh chopped chives, these potatoes offer a perfect balance of creamy richness and savory punch. They are ideal for holiday dinners, potlucks, or a special weekend meal, providing a hearty and elegant vegetarian option that pairs beautifully with roast meats or stands alone as a satisfying main course.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Pierce large baking potatoes with a fork and microwave on high for about 20 minutes, or until tender throughout.
  2. Allow potatoes to cool slightly, then slice them open lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the flesh into a large mixing bowl, leaving the skins intact and reserved for serving.
  3. Whip the scooped potato flesh with milk, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, grated cheddar cheese, finely minced onion, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir the prepared R/G Sauce into the potato mixture until evenly combined.
  5. Spoon the creamy potato filling back into the reserved potato skins, packing it in firmly.
  6. Garnish each stuffed potato with fresh chopped chives and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 353.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.3g35%
Saturated Fat 13.4g67%
Cholesterol 55.6mg19%
Sodium 254.5mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 34.9g12%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g34%
Sugars 5.9g
Protein 9.7g20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: potatoes, stuffed, creamy, roquefort, blue cheese, garlic, side dish, french, vegetarian, comfort food, roasted, onion, sour cream, chives, dinner, holiday, classic, filling, rich, savory
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