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Hasselback Potato Bugs

Transform Hasselback Potato Bugs into Spooky Halloween Treats

Hasselback Potato Bugs are healthy, spooky treats perfect for Halloween gatherings that delight kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Side Dish
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 pieces Russet Potatoes Substitution: Yukon gold for a creamier texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Use unsalted butter if you prefer to control the seasoning.
For the Decoration
  • 2-3 pieces Carrots Substitution: Thin cucumber slices could also work for the legs.
  • 1 cup Carrot Peels Other vegetable scraps can add to the aesthetic.
  • 2-3 pieces Mini Bell Peppers Any colorful vegetables can enhance your serving platter.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Browning Seasoning Sauce Substitution: Soy sauce or tamari for a similar umami kick.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • Aluminum foil
  • sharp knife
  • Chopsticks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hasselback Potato Bugs
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking tray with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Slice the potatoes into thin, even slices about 1/4 inch apart, leaving ½ inch unsliced at the bottom.
  3. Insert carrot sticks between the potato slices to mimic the legs of your creepy critters.
  4. Pierce the ends of each potato with a chopstick and insert shorter carrot sticks for antennae.
  5. Melt 1 tablespoon of salted butter and brush it over each potato, then bake for 8 minutes.
  6. Brush the potatoes with browning seasoning sauce or soy sauce and bake for another 8 minutes.
  7. Repeat the brushing with butter and seasoning, baking twice more for 8 minutes each time.
  8. Serve the cooled potatoes on a platter with mini bell peppers and carrot peels for decoration.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh from the oven for maximum crunch. Customize the legs with different vegetables to make them unique!

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