Mexican Stuffed Potato Recipe
🥔 Name: Mexican Stuffed Potato
🕒 Cook Time: 28 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 43 minutes
📝 Description: Indulge in the flavors of Mexico with these delightful Mexican Stuffed Potatoes, a hearty dish that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful.
🍽️ Recipe Category: Potato
🔍 Keywords: Cheese, Beans, Vegetable, Mexican, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Free Of…, < 60 Mins, Oven
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 324.4
- Fat Content: 5.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 16.1mg
- Sodium Content: 519.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 57.6g
- Fiber Content: 9.4g
- Sugar Content: 5.2g
- Protein Content: 14.3g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Potatoes |
| 3 | Fat-free sour cream |
| 3 | Nonfat milk |
| 1 | Red kidney beans |
| 1 | Pinto beans |
| 2 | Corn kernels |
| – | Cilantro (to taste) |
| 1/2 | Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded |
| 1/2 | Spicy tomato salsa |
Instructions:
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Bake Potatoes: Start by baking the potatoes in the microwave until they’re tender. This typically takes about 10-12 minutes, depending on the size and strength of your microwave. Once done, allow them to cool slightly before handling.
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Prep Potatoes: Carefully cut the baked potatoes in half lengthwise, and with a spoon, gently remove the pulp from each half, leaving a sturdy shell to hold the filling. Place the potato pulp in a mixing bowl.
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Prepare Filling: Mash the potato pulp with fat-free sour cream and nonfat milk until smooth and creamy. This will add richness and moisture to the filling. Then, add in the red kidney beans, pinto beans, corn kernels, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything together until well combined.
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Stuff Potatoes: Spoon the prepared filling mixture back into the potato shells, mounding it generously. Be sure to distribute the filling evenly among all the potato halves, ensuring each one gets a delicious portion of the filling.
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Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the stuffed potatoes, covering them evenly with a generous layer of cheese. This will add a deliciously gooey and melty topping to the dish.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the filling is heated through.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the Mexican Stuffed Potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Garnish each potato half with a dollop of spicy tomato salsa for an extra burst of flavor and color. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious taste of Mexico in every bite!
These Mexican Stuffed Potatoes are not only incredibly tasty but also packed with nutritious ingredients like beans, corn, and fresh cilantro. They make for a satisfying meal on their own or can be served as a delightful side dish alongside your favorite Mexican-inspired entrees. So gather your ingredients and get ready to savor the irresistible flavors of this mouthwatering dish!
