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Leslie’S French Potatoes

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 353.5
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
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
  • 1/2 cup Milk or cream
  • 3 ea Large baking potatoes
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream
  • 3/4 cup Grated cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup Finely minced onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon R/G Sauce (see notes)
  • 1 ea Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ea Chopped chives
Directions
  1. 1
    Pierce large baking potatoes with a fork and microwave on high for about 20 minutes, or until tender throughout.
  2. 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. 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. 4
    Stir the prepared R/G Sauce into the potato mixture until evenly combined.
  5. 5
    Spoon the creamy potato filling back into the reserved potato skins, packing it in firmly.
  6. 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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