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Fresh Cottage Cheese Loaded Baked Potatoes

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A comforting twist on classic baked potatoes using fresh cottage cheese for a creamy, tangy filling that is light yet indulgent. Perfect for quick, cozy dinners with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes (about 8–10 ounces / 225–280 g each)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) fresh small-curd cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Optional toppings: crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, sliced green onions, diced tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub the potatoes under cold water and pat dry.
  2. Prick each potato several times with a fork. Rub the skins lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with a little salt.
  3. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-55 minutes, turning halfway, until skins are crisp and a fork slides in easily. Alternatively, microwave on high for 5-7 minutes, then transfer to the oven for 15-20 minutes to finish.
  4. While the potatoes bake, combine fresh cottage cheese, softened butter, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix gently until creamy but still textured. Stir in chopped chives last.
  5. Remove potatoes from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Cut each potato lengthwise down the center and carefully scoop out most of the flesh into the bowl with the cottage cheese mixture, leaving a thin layer to keep skins sturdy.
  6. Mix the potato flesh into the cottage cheese mixture until combined. Spoon the filling back into the skins, mounding generously.
  7. Optional: Sprinkle with favorite toppings like bacon or shredded cheese, then broil for 2-3 minutes until golden and melty.
  8. Serve immediately while warm, garnished with extra chives or sliced green onions.

Notes

For fluffier potatoes, let them cool fully before scooping. Avoid overmixing the filling to keep texture. Rubbing skins with oil and salt before baking ensures crispy skin. Broiling with toppings adds a golden finish. Microwave can be used to speed up cooking before finishing in oven.

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