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New2grammar Posted 18 years ago
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double baked

What's the meaning of double-baked in double baked potatoes?

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They are literally baked twice. In a nutshell: After the potatoes have been baked, each one is cut in half and the insides are removed and mashed (and additional ingredients are added). The mashed mixture is then put back into the potato skins and baked again.

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  • They are literally baked twice.
  • In a nutshell: After the potatoes have been baked, each one is cut in half and the insides are removed and mashed (and additional ingredients are added).
  • The mashed mixture is then put back into the potato skins and baked again.
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They are literally baked twice.

In a nutshell:
After the potatoes have been baked, each one is cut in half and the insides are removed and mashed (and additional ingredients are added). The mashed mixture is then put back into the potato skins and baked again.
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