Shrimp-Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 russet potatoes (about 1 pound each)
• 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour and 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Scrub potatoes clean and pierce each potato with a fork.
3. Bake potatoes in the oven for 1 hour or until tender.
4. While potatoes are baking, prepare the stuffing. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until just pink, about 2 minutes per side.
6. Remove potatoes from the oven and cut a crosswise slit in the top of each potato.
7. Use a spoon to scoop out the flesh of the potatoes, leaving about 1/4-inch of flesh around the edges.
8. Place potato flesh in a large bowl. Add sour cream, milk, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
9. Stir in the shrimp mixture and parsley.
10. Spoon the stuffing back into the potato skins.
11. Place potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 potato):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Saturated fat: 6 grams
• Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
• Sodium: 500 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Protein: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful shrimp stuffing
• Tender and fluffy potato skins
• Topped with melted cheddar cheese
• Perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal

User Comments:

• "These were amazing! The shrimp stuffing was so delicious and the potato skins were perfect."
• "I made these for a dinner party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them."
• "I've tried many baked potato recipes, but this one is by far the best."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful when handling hot potatoes to avoid burns.
• Use a sharp knife to cut the potatoes to prevent them from breaking.
• If you don't have sour cream, you can substitute plain yogurt.
• For a richer flavor, use a combination of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheese.