Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

potatoes

large

4 tbsp

butter

0.25 cup

milk

hot

0.25 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

6 unit

eggs

0.5 cup

cheese

shredded

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Bake the potatoes until soft, about 45-60 minutes.

Step 3
~5 min

Cut a thin slice from the length of each potato.

Step 4
~5 min

Carefully scoop out the pulp, leaving the potato skin intact.

Step 5
~5 min

In a bowl, mash the potato pulp with butter, hot milk, salt, and pepper until creamy and fluffy.

Step 6
~5 min

Fill the potato shells with the mashed potato mixture, leaving a dent in the center of each to hold an egg.

Step 7
~5 min

Carefully break 1 or 2 eggs into each potato.

Step 8
~5 min

Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of each potato.

Step 9
~5 min

Bake for 10 minutes, or until the egg is firm and the cheese is melted and browned.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add cooked bacon or ham to the mashed potato mixture for extra flavor.

Use different types of cheese for a varied taste.

Top with fresh chives or green onions for garnish.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Potatoes can be baked ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve as part of a brunch spread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bacon
Sausage
Fruit salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Brunch
Holiday breakfast

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100

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