The Ultimate Guide to Twice-Baked Mashed Potatoes: A Comforting and Hearty Side Dish
Author:Emily
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:1 hour
Total Time:1 hour 30 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
4 large russet potatoes
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup milk (or more for desired consistency)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional for garnish)
1 head of cauliflower
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
1 lb sausage (your choice)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1/2 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dry the potatoes. Poke them with a fork, place them directly on the oven rack, and bake for 45–60 minutes until tender.
Let the potatoes cool slightly. Cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a large bowl, being careful not to break the skin. Mash until smooth.
Add sour cream, cream cheese, butter, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy. If too thick, add milk to reach desired consistency.
Scoop the mashed mixture back into the potato skins, packing tightly.
Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until the tops are golden and crispy.
Garnish with green onions or extra cheese. Serve hot.
Steam or roast cauliflower until tender. Mash and mix into the mashed potato mixture.
Season with Italian seasoning, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
Top with mozzarella cheese and bake for the second time.
Cook sausage in a skillet, crumble, and drain excess grease.
Mix cooked sausage into the mashed potato mixture.