Crispy-Edged Reuben-Stuffed Potato Shells
Ready for a guilt-free snack that hits all the right notes? Check out these Loaded Reuben Potato Skins!
Ingredients:- 8 (3-inch) Russet potatoes, thoroughly cleaned and dried- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter- Salt and pepper- 8 ounces thinly sliced corned beef- 1/3 cup Thousand Island dressing- 1 cup drained sauerkraut- 1.5 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
What to buy: Opt for potatoes from 5-pound bags as they are usually smaller. Avoid green or sprouted potatoes as they contain the bitter toxin solanine.
Got Extras?- Use the reserved potato flesh for mashed potato cakes or gnocchi.- Save leftover corned beef, Thousand Island dressing, and sauerkraut for sando-tastic meals later.
Difficulty: A breeze for beginners
Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Instructions
- Crank that oven to 400°F and get cozy with the middle rack.
- Time to pop those potatoes on the rack. If you don't trust forks and knives, prick 'em a few times. Bake 'em for 50 minutes until a knife easily slices through 'em. Let 'em cool enough to handle, then slice 'em in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out most of the flesh, leaving a thin layer for stability. Brush the insides and outer skins with butter, season with salt and pepper, and space 'em out all fancy on a baking sheet. Broil 'em for 2-3 minutes until the skins start turning crispy, then give the other side 2-3 more minutes.
- Pile on the corned beef, smother with Thousand Island dressing, and cover with sauerkraut. Top it off with all that delicious cheese. Pop 'em back in the oven until the cheese is melty and gooey, about 4-5 minutes.
- Serve 'em fresh and watch 'em disappear!
Fun Fact: This recipe is inspired by our DIY Loaded Potato Skins project!
Hungry for more? Check out our Triple Decker Crunchburger and Handheld Breakfast Burritos! But remember, moderation is key - even with delicious delights like these! 😜
- While enjoying the Loaded Reuben Potato Skins, you might consider pairing them with a guilt-free skincare routine to maintain a balanced diet and healthy skin.
- Interestingly, the Thousand Island dressing used in the recipe could be thought of as a type of 'creditline' for the potato skins, providing a flavorful foundation for the other ingredients.
- After following the instructions for the Loaded Reuben Potato Skins, if you have any leftover potatoes or ingredients, you can use them to make an Aussiedlerbote, a traditional German meal, the next day.
