Baked Potatoes, Farmer Style Recipe

Name: Baked Potatoes, Farmer Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large potatoes idaho; 2 tablespoons butter or margarine; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 1/4 cups onions finely chopped; 1 1/4 cups green bell peppers finely chopped; 1/2 cup milk; 1/4 cup butter or margarine; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese grated

Servings: persons

1
Wash and scrub potatoes; dry thoroughly.
2
Rub surface with 2 tablespoons butter.
3
Prick skin with fork, to let steam escape durning cooking.
4
Bake 50 to 60 minutes.
5
Potatoes are done when they can be easily pierced with fork.
6
Slash tops in an X; then gently squeeze; with fork, remove most of potato to large bowl, keeping skin intact.
7
Mash potato with fork.
8
In hot oil in medium skillet, saute onion and green pepper until tender- about 5 minutes.
9
Heat milk.
10
Add sauted vegetables, hot milk, butter, salt, pepper, paprika and 1 cup grated cheese to mashed potato, mixing well with fork.
11
Pile lightly into potato shells, mounding high.
12
Sprinkle rest of grated cheese over tops of potatoes, dividing evenly.
13
Return to oven; bake 15 minutes, or until thoroughly hot and cheese is melted.

613

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large potatoes idaho, 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 1/4 cups onions finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Baked Potatoes, Farmer Style falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Potatoes, Farmer Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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