Description

These Baked Potatoes with Spinach, Cheese, and Mushrooms are a comforting and nutritious meal. Filled with sautéed spinach, mushrooms, and creamy cheese, they make the perfect hearty main dish or side. A customizable recipe that’s also vegan-friendly!

Ingredients

For the Potatoes:

4 large russet potatoes

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Filling:

1 tablespoon olive oil or vegan butter

1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

1 cup mushrooms (cremini or button), diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

½ cup sour cream (or vegan sour cream)

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (or vegan cheese)

¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional, or use nutritional yeast for vegan)

2 tablespoons milk (or plant-based milk, unsweetened)

½ teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon onion powder

2 tablespoons chopped chives for garnish

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the potatoes, dry thoroughly, then poke several times with a fork.
Coat with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and bake directly on the oven rack for 50–60 minutes until tender. For air fryer, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway.

Step 2: Sauté the Spinach and Mushrooms

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add mushrooms and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
Toss in spinach, stir until wilted, then remove from heat.

Step 3: Scoop and Mash

Once potatoes are cool, cut in half lengthwise and scoop out insides, leaving about ¼ inch of potato attached to the skin.
Mash the scooped-out potato flesh in a bowl with sour cream, shredded cheese, milk, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
Stir in the sautéed spinach and mushroom mixture, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Stuff the Potatoes

Fill each potato skin generously with the creamy filling, mounding it slightly.
Sprinkle with more cheese if desired.

Step 5: Bake Again

For the oven method, place stuffed potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes until the tops are golden and bubbly.
For the air fryer, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes until slightly browned.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle with chopped chives before serving.
Serve warm as a main or side dish.

Notes

Add Extra Veggies: Mix in other vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or kale.
Top with Breadcrumbs: Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for added crunch.
Spicy Twist: Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for heat.
Vegan Option: Use vegan sour cream, vegan cheese, and plant-based milk

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Main Dish
Method: baking, sautéing
Cuisine: American