Creamy Baked Potatoes with Cheese

1Preparation Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash and scrub the potatoes (4 large) thoroughly.

2Potato Preparation Using a fork, pierce the potatoes (4 large) in several places. This allows steam to escape during the baking process.

3Cream Mixture In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream (½ cup), cheddar cheese (1 cup), Parmesan cheese (¼ cup), chives, garlic powder (½ teaspoon), paprika (½ teaspoon), cayenne pepper (¼ teaspoon), salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.

4Assembling Place the pierced potatoes (4 large) on a baking sheet. Use a sharp knife to make a few shallow cuts across the top of each potato, creating an opening. Be careful not to cut all the way through.

5Stuffing Spoon the creamy cheese mixture into the openings of the potatoes (4 large), allowing the mixture to overflow slightly.

6Baking Bake the stuffed potatoes (4 large) in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes (4 large) are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.

7Serving Remove the baked potatoes (4 large) from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra chives, if desired, and enjoy hot.