My dad used to request these every Easter. Simple ingredients but they disappear faster than anything else on the table.

These oven baked 3-ingredients stuffed baked potato boats are the kind of thing that vanish the second they hit the table. My dad used to request them every Easter, and even with a big ham and all the fancy sides, these simple little potatoes were always the first dish to disappear.

They’re made with just russet potatoes, butter, and shredded cheddar, but the way the insides get whipped until fluffy and then baked again until the tops are golden and crisp makes them feel special. This is a straightforward, homey recipe you can throw together with pantry basics, but it still feels worthy of a holiday—or just a cozy Sunday dinner.

Serve these stuffed baked potato boats hot from the oven alongside a glazed ham, roast chicken, or even simple grilled sausages. A crisp green salad or steamed green beans balances the richness nicely, and a bowl of applesauce or a simple fruit salad adds a bit of brightness.

For casual nights, they’re wonderful with burgers or meatloaf and a side of corn. If you’re feeding a crowd, arrange them on a foil-lined sheet pan and let everyone grab their own—no extra garnish needed, though a little black pepper on the table never hurts.

Oven Baked 3-Ingredients Stuffed Potato Boats

Servings: 6

Ingredients

6 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed and dried

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt (optional, to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (optional, to taste)

Directions