SLICED BAKED POTATOES

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Sliced Baked Potatoes — crisp on the edges, tender in the center, and perfect as a side dish or snack!

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🥔 Sliced Baked Potatoes (Hasselback-Style or Layered)

Ingredients:

• 4 medium russet or Yukon Gold potatoes

• 2–3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika (optional)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Fresh herbs (like rosemary, thyme, or parsley), for garnish

• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, bacon bits, chives

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Two Style Options:

🔪 1. Hasselback Style (Accordion-Sliced):

1. Prep:

   • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

   • Wash and scrub potatoes; leave skins on.

   • Slice thin slits across each potato, about 1/8–1/4 inch apart, without cutting all the way through (place chopsticks on either side to help).

2. Season:

   • Mix olive oil with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

   • Brush mixture all over and in between the slices.

3. Bake:

   • Place on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment.

   • Bake for 45–60 minutes, brushing with more oil halfway through, until edges are crisp and insides are tender.

4. Finish:

   • Sprinkle with cheese in the last 5 minutes if desired.

   • Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

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🧈 2. Layered Baked Potato Slices (Crispy Rounds):

1. Prep:

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Slice potatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

2. Toss & Season:

   • Toss slices in a bowl with oil or melted butter, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Arrange:

   • Lay slices slightly overlapping in a greased baking dish or sheet pan.

4. Bake:

   • Bake for 35–45 minutes, flipping once for even browning.

5. Optional Add-ons:

   • Sprinkle with shredded cheese or herbs before serving.

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🍽️ Serving Ideas:

• Top with sour cream, green onions, or crispy bacon.

• Serve alongside steak, grilled meats, or eggs for brunch.

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