Baked Potatoes / Mashed Potato Bowls

By Jenny & Rosie

Serves 4-6

Ingredients

Baked Potatoes

4-6 medium-large Russet or other baking potatoes, scrubbed

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Mashed Potato Bowls

2 lb (900 g) Potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces

2 tsp (10 mL) Salt

2 Tbsp (30 mL) Butter

1 Cup (250 mL) Milk, warmed in the microwave or a small pot

Directions

Baked Potatoes

Note: : Smaller appetites might prefer ½ potato

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200℃).

2. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet or directly on clean oven racks. Bake for 60-90 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender.

3. When ready to serve, split almost all the way through with a sharp knife. If adding butter or cheese, add when hot.

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Mashed Potato Bowls

1. Place the potatoes in a large pot. Add salt and enough water to cover. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

2. Drain and return to the pot. Add butter and milk and mash until smooth. For Garlic Mashed Potatoes, add 4 cloves of grated garlic while mashing.

Topping Ideas

• Butter

• Sour cream

• Grated cheese

• Chili

• Taco beef

• Baked beans

• Gravy

• Cheese curds & gravy

• Cheese sauce (see Mac & Cheese recipe) and broccoli

• Salsa mixed with beans

• Crumbled bacon

• Chicken, pork or beef - cut into strips and cooked

• Crispy chicken fingers - cut into chunks

• Chives or green onions - sliced

• Corn on the cob

• Broccoli - cooked or raw

• Make a Rainbow Salad:

  • Carrots - sticks or grated

  • Sweet peppers

  • Corn

  • Cucumber

  • Lettuce or other greens

  • Tomato - diced

  • Red cabbage

  • Fruit

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