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Potato Boats recipe by Chefclub US daily

Foolproof Potato Boats Ham Cheese Recipe Chefclub US

Enjoy these delightful Potato Boats recipe by Chefclub US daily, combining starchy potatoes with a rich ham and cheese filling for a perfect appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 boats
Course: Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potato Shells
  • 6 large Potatoes Starchy varieties like Russets or Maris Piper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For coating the potato skins
For the Savory Filling
  • 4 large Eggs Acts as a binder
  • 1 slice Ham, diced Good quality deli or leftover cooked ham
  • 1 small Red Onion, diced Adds a touch of sweetness and mild bite
  • 1 cup Grated Mozzarella Cheese For gooey, melty goodness
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Adds color and fresh flavor

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • oven

Method
 

How to Make Potato Boats
  1. Gently wash and pat dry your potatoes. Prick them a few times with a fork.
  2. Arrange the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 45-60 minutes.
  3. Finely dice the ham and red onion. Whisk the eggs in a bowl, then stir in the diced ham, onion, and most of the mozzarella cheese.
  4. Once tender, let the potatoes cool, slice in half lengthwise, and scoop out the insides.
  5. Spoon the filling mixture generously into each potato hollow.
  6. Bake the filled potato boats at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use starchy potatoes and avoid scooping too deeply to maintain sturdy shells.

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