Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Stuffed Potatoes- Light calorie version!

I love potatoes.  I'm trying very hard to shed some pounds and become healthier.  My cooking is part of that journey- that's about more than loosing weight.  But this recipe helps on both counts. It worked out (according to Myfitnesspal.com) to 90calories per serving! I used the microwave to cut down on the length of time these took to prep- and finished in the oven. Preheat to 425F



  • 3 russet potatoes- medium size
  • 1 cup shredded lite cheese +2 tbsp kept aside (I used marble) 
  • 1/2 cup broccoli frozen - chopped (the smaller the piece the easier to get the kids to eat it)
  • 1 1/4 cup skim milk 
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp garlic
  • salt
Microwave the potatoes (3 potatoes in my microwave was 12 minutes).  Don't forget to pierce them with a fork first. While they are in the microwave mix the flour nutmeg a dash of salt and the garlic in a sauce pan.  Whisk in slowly 1 cup of milk while warming over medium heat.  Bring to a boil for 5 minutes (or until thickens) stirring and keeping it from burning.  Add the cheese, remove from heat and stir until it melts together.

Remove the potatoes from the microwave (use oven mitts) and cut in half. Scoop out the insides leaving about 1/4" left.  In a bowl mash together the potato you scooped out and the milk.  Mix in 1/2 the cheese sauce and the broccoli. On a baking sheet place the empty shells and fill with the mashed mixture. Pour over the remaining cheese sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese.

Place in the oven for 10-12 minutes until the potatoes are warmed through, cheese melted on top.

Makes 6 servings.  We paired it up with Caesar salad (yes that was store bought) and steaks!


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