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Hasselback Potatoes with Cheese Recipe

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This Hasselback Potatoes recipe is perfect for baked potato fans who love a crispy yet tender texture enhanced by melted cheese. The potatoes are thinly sliced into fan-like sections, brushed with butter, seasoned with salt and pepper, and topped with shredded cheese before baking to golden perfection. Optional garlic or herbs add an extra burst of flavor. Ideal as a savory side dish for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 6 medium potatoes (one per person, such as Russet or Yukon Gold)

Butter & Seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (use non-dairy butter for a dairy-free option)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Cheese & Flavor

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (parmesan, sharp cheddar, jack, or non-dairy cheese alternative)
  • Optional: 1 clove garlic, minced or 1 teaspoon fresh chopped herbs or 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the potatoes evenly and creating a crisp exterior.
  2. Slice Potatoes: Place each potato on a large wooden spoon or chopsticks. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut thin slices down into the potato without slicing all the way through, so the slices stay attached at the base, creating a fan effect.
  3. Arrange Potatoes: Place the sliced potatoes on a lined or greased baking sheet, gently pulling the slices apart to fan them out slightly. It’s okay if the fans are uneven, as this helps different parts crisp differently.
  4. Add Butter: Drizzle or brush melted butter evenly over each potato, ensuring butter seeps into the slices for moisture and flavor.
  5. Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the potatoes according to your taste. Add minced garlic or herbs at this stage if using for added aroma and flavor depth.
  6. Add Cheese: Generously sprinkle about a tablespoon of shredded cheese on top of each potato, pushing some cheese into the crevices between slices to melt inside during baking.
  7. Bake Potatoes: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, depending on potato size. Check doneness by inserting a knife into the center – it should slide in smoothly with no resistance, indicating the potato is tender.

Notes

  • Using a wooden spoon or chopsticks helps prevent cutting all the way through the potato.
  • Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes work best for baking with a fluffy interior.
  • You can customize cheeses and herbs to your liking.
  • For a dairy-free option, use non-dairy butter and cheese alternatives.
  • If potatoes vary in size, smaller ones will bake faster—check doneness starting at 45 minutes.
  • Allow potatoes to rest a few minutes after baking for best serving temperature and flavor melding.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/hasselback-potatoes-with-cheese-recipe/