Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Loaded Potatoes (Batata recheada)
A simple and comforting recipe for loaded baked potatoes, perfect as a hearty snack or a flavorful side dish that is quick to prepare.
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Ingredients
20 medium potatoes
2 1/2 cups requeijão
1 package creamy requeijão (Catupiry style)
3 packages bacon, cubed or thinly sliced
Fresh parsley, chopped to taste
Olive oil for greasing
2 1/2 cups requeijão
1 package creamy requeijão (Catupiry style)
3 packages bacon, cubed or thinly sliced
Fresh parsley, chopped to taste
Olive oil for greasing
Where to find ingredients
You can find potatoes and fresh parsley at local produce markets or small neighborhood grocers. Bacon and shelf-stable dairy products like requeijão or catupiry are typically available at general stores; if specific Brazilian brands are unavailable, high-quality cream cheese or a similar smooth, spreadable cheese makes a suitable substitute.
Preparation method
- Boil the unpeeled medium potatoes until tender but still firm.
- Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool slightly.
- Slice the cooked potatoes into thick sections without cutting all the way through, accordion-style.
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Arrange the potatoes in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine the requeijão, the creamy Catupiry-style requeijão, and the bacon.
- Stuff the sections of each potato with the requeijão and bacon mixture.
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20 to 25 minutes, or until the filling is thoroughly heated and bubbling.
- Serve hot.
Observations
The loaded potato is a versatile and beloved dish in Brazilian cooking, cherished for its distinct flavor and straightforward preparation. It is a perfect choice for various occasions, ranging from a quick snack to a special accompaniment for a main meal.
This recipe uses medium potatoes, boiled and then stuffed with a creamy combination of requeijão and catupiry, topped with crispy bacon and fresh parsley. The final result is a comforting, flavor-packed dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
This recipe uses medium potatoes, boiled and then stuffed with a creamy combination of requeijão and catupiry, topped with crispy bacon and fresh parsley. The final result is a comforting, flavor-packed dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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