In this recipe for Baked Potatoes with Boursin & Leeks, the potato is scooped out, mixed with Boursin, cheddar and leeks and then broiled until the cheese is golden and bubbling. Serve it with a mixed green salad.
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 1 hrs 30 mins
Yields: 4 Servings
Ingredients
4 baking potatoes
1½ ounces butter
2 medium leeks, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chives, snipped
1 x 5.2 ounce package Garlic and Fine Herb Boursin
3 ounces sharp cheddar
salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Directions
1Preheat the oven to 375° F.
2Prick the potatoes with a fork. Bake for about 1 to 1½ hours, depending on the size of the potatoes.
3Meanwhile, melt the butter in a skillet over low to medium heat for 5 minutes, or until tender. Slice the potatoes in half and, using a spoon, scoop out the middle of each half into a bowl.
4Turn on the broiler.
5Mash the potatoes with a fork and add the ledges, chives, Boursin, and half the cheddar and plenty of salt and pepper. Mix well, then pile it back into the potato skins. Place on a sheet pan, scatter over the remaining cheddar and broil until golden and bubbling.