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criss-cross potatoes

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Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
@Starwriter
Indianapolis, IN

These yummy potatoes came from a long-ago cookbook and they've always been a big hit whenever I've made them. They go well with any type of meat dish, and you can even load them up with toppings if you so desire.

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yield 4 -8
prep time 10 Min
cook time 1 Hr 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For criss-cross potatoes

  • 4 md
    idaho potatoes
  • 1/2 stick
    butter
  • salt and pepper
  • pinch
    paprika
  • may vary seasonings: seasoned salt instead of salt, garlic powder, onion powder, etc.

How To Make criss-cross potatoes

  • 1
    Wash potatoes and cut in half lengthwise. Dry with paper towel.
  • 2
    Score the cut surface of each potato half with a sharp knife in a criss-cross pattern, about 1/8" deep.
  • 3
    Place potatoes on a baking sheet and lavishly spread butter on top of each. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • 4
    Bake in a 350-degree oven for 1 hour. Sprinkle potatoes with paprika if desired and bake 15 minutes more.
  • 5
    We like this with chicken fried steak or Swiss steak. Serve with butter and sour cream.
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