Pizza Hasselback Potatoes
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These Pizza Hasselback Potatoes combine the cozy comfort of crispy baked potatoes with the bold, cheesy flavor of your favorite pizza. Sliced thin and roasted to golden perfection, each potato is stuffed with melty mozzarella, diced pepperoni, and a rich, herby sauce made with Tuttorosso High-Quality Hand Crushed Tomatoes. Whether made in the air fryer or the oven, this recipe is a fun, crowd-pleasing twist for weeknight dinners or game day spreads.
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ingredients
For the Pizza Sauce:
- 1 (28 ounce) can Tuttorosso High-Quality Hand Crushed Tomatoes
- 1 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon no-calorie granulated sugar substitute (or regular sugar, optional—to balance acidity)
ingredients
For the Hasselback Potatoes:
- 4 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
- 1 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2/3 cup prepared pizza sauce (above)
- 1 1/2 cups (200 grams) shredded, low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup (20 grams) turkey pepperoni slices, diced
ingredients
To Serve:
- Remaining pizza sauce, warmed
Method
Air Fryer Instructions:
Step 1
Preheat air fryer to 425°F. Line the air fryer rack with parchment paper (optional).
Step 2
Make the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine Tuttorosso Hand Crushed Tomatoes with olive oil and seasonings. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Prep the potatoes: Slice each potato crosswise into thin slices (~1/8 inch apart), being careful not to cut all the way through. Poke a few holes in the underside with a fork.
Step 4
Drizzle potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with the seasoning mix.
Step 5
Air fry for 45–50 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and the tops are golden.
Step 6
Gently fan open the slices and spoon the pizza sauce between each layer. Stuff with mozzarella and pepperoni.
Step 7
Return to the air fryer for another 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 8
Serve hot with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Oven Instructions (Optional):
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Prepare sauce and potatoes as above.
Step 3
Bake potatoes for 35–40 minutes.
Step 4
Remove, fan open the slices, and stuff with sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.
Step 5
Return to the oven for 10–15 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
Step 6
Garnish with extra basil and oregano flakes if desired, and serve with extra sauce.