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Dirigibles

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Dirigibles are a beloved comfort food classic, featuring fluffy baked potatoes hollowed out and refilled with a rich, savory mixture. This hearty dish combines mashed potato pulp with diced cooked ham, sharp cheddar, and provolone cheese, along with saut&# 195;©ed green peppers and onions for a kick of flavor. The mixture is spooned back into the potato skins, topped with more cheese, and baked until bubbly and golden. Finished with a dollop of sour cream, crumbled bacon, and fresh chives, these stuffed potatoes make for a satisfying main course or substantial side dish. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or a cozy weeknight meal, this recipe brings nostalgic home-style cooking to your table.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 133.7
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
Dirigibles are a beloved comfort food classic, featuring fluffy baked potatoes hollowed out and refilled with a rich, savory mixture. This hearty dish combines mashed potato pulp with diced cooked ham, sharp cheddar, and provolone cheese, along with saut&# 195;©ed green peppers and onions for a kick of flavor. The mixture is spooned back into the potato skins, topped with more cheese, and baked until bubbly and golden. Finished with a dollop of sour cream, crumbled bacon, and fresh chives, these stuffed potatoes make for a satisfying main course or substantial side dish. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or a cozy weeknight meal, this recipe brings nostalgic home-style cooking to your table.
Ingredients
  • 4 lg Baking potatoes
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2
    Scrub the potatoes under cold water and place them wet on a baking sheet.
  3. 3
    Bake the potatoes for about 1 hour, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. 4
    Remove potatoes from the oven and let them cool until they can be handled.
  5. 5
    Cut each potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the pulp, leaving a thin shell to create "boats".
  6. 6
    Mash the scooped potato pulp in a large bowl.
  7. 7
    Mix the diced cooked ham, sharp cheddar cheese, provolone cheese, diced green pepper, and chopped onion into the mashed potatoes.
  8. 8
    Add a spoonful or two of sour cream or yogurt to the mixture and stir until well combined.
  9. 9
    Place a small pat of butter in the bottom of each potato shell.
  10. 10
    Spoon the potato mixture back into the shells, creating a small well in the center of each one.
  11. 11
    Fill the wells with the remaining diced cheese and top each with a small pat of butter.
  12. 12
    Cover and chill the stuffed potatoes overnight if desired, or proceed immediately.
  13. 13
    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  14. 14
    Bake the dirigibles until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20-25 minutes.
  15. 15
    Top each dirigible with a dollop of sour cream, crumbled cooked bacon, and chopped chives before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 133.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 20.7mg7%
Sodium 23.4mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 17.0g6%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
Sugars 0.8g
Protein 10.7g22%

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

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