Make-ahead twice-baked potatoes are part of my strategy to prepare family meals ahead of time to make room for extra play time! I’m sharing some of my favorite make ahead meals, in hopes that you’ll have more time to play during the week. Check out some of the MAJOR benefits:
- Cooking together with your kids is also play time
- Eating meals together is good for the whole family
- Kids are more likely to eat what you serve when they help make it – at least it’s worked for me
- Making meals ahead can make at least one day during the week less stressful
My mom made this twice-baked potato recipe for me when I was a kid. She still makes it for her grandkids since my kids request it. I still crave it and prepare twice-baked potatoes at least once a month.
I included some different styles of making it in the recipe card below, but the sky is really the limit. You can add toppings like chili or chicken pot pie filling.
Or you can use sour cream and chives along with the butter and milk for a more classic baked potato flavor.
We find that the recipe is plenty of food especially when paired with a salad, but you can have it with a steak or chicken breast meal.
Twice-baked potatoes like my mom used to make them. Make ahead so you can go out and play without worrying about prepping dinner when you get home. Other ideas for stuffing: Cheeseburger Style - ground turkey and cheese only Ham/Bacon & Cheddar - diced ham with shredded cheddar Ham/Bacon & Swiss - diced ham with shredded swiss Veggie - grilled onions, peppers, mushrooms and spinach + vegan cheese (we like Almond Mozzarella from Trader Joe's)Make-Ahead Twice-Baked Potatoes
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