Twice-Baked Potato with Eleven-Cheese Blend and Chives

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Creamy twice-baked potatoes loaded with a rich blend of eleven cheeses and fresh chives for a decadent side dish. This american-inspired new year ready in about 95 minutes pairs large Russet potatoes, butter, whole milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.4 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 80 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub 4 large Russet potatoes, prick each 6 times with a fork, and bake directly on the oven rack for 60 minutes until tender when pierced.
  2. Step 2: Remove potatoes and let cool slightly. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a large bowl, leaving a 1/4-inch shell intact.
  3. Step 3: To the potato flesh, add 4 tbsp butter, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar, 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella, 2 tbsp grated Parmesan, 2 tbsp shredded Monterey Jack, 2 tbsp shredded Gouda, 1 tbsp shredded Gruyère, 1 tbsp shredded Fontina, 2 tbsp softened cream cheese, 1 tbsp crumbled blue cheese, and 2 tbsp shredded Colby cheese. Mash everything together until smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Season the mixture with salt to taste and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir in 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives.
  5. Step 5: Spoon the cheese-potato mixture back into the potato shells, mounding slightly. Place them on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes until the tops are golden and bubbly.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with extra chives before serving warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Twice-Baked Potato with Eleven-Cheese Blend and Chives take to make?

Total time is about 95 minutes (15 min prep + 80 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Twice-Baked Potato with Eleven-Cheese Blend and Chives?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large russet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Twice-Baked Potato with Eleven-Cheese Blend and Chives?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Twice-Baked Potato with Eleven-Cheese Blend and Chives for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Twice-Baked Potato with Eleven-Cheese Blend and Chives?

American new year like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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