Baked Potatoes With Topping Recipes

Steps:

• Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 20-23 minutes or until tender, turning once. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the butter, onions, mayonnaise and bacon; set aside. Cut an X in the top of each potato; fluff pulp with a fork. Top each with 3 tablespoons of butter mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
• Poke each potato with a fork a few times. Place on a baking sheet lined with foil and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until they are easily pierced with a knife. Wrap them loosely in the foil for 5 minutes or until ready to serve.
• If using regular yogurt, place it in a strainer lined with paper towel and set the strainer over a bowl. Let the yogurt drain and thicken for 20 minutes.
• Combine the Greek-style yogurt or regular thickened yogurt, the oil, parsley and chives of the in a small bowl.
• Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise and dollop a tablespoon of the creamy herb topping on each half.
• Excellent source of: Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Potassium
• Good source of: Protein, Fiber, Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Scrub the potatoes to remove any dirt. Dry the potatoes and prick with a fork. Rub the skins lightly with the vegetable oil. Place the potatoes on a cookie sheet or jelly-roll pan.
• Bake potatoes for 45 minutes, or until tender. Split the potatoes and press with your fingers to loosen pulp.
• Serve with one or more of the following toppings:
• American: shredded American cheese, bacon bits, and cooked broccoli
• Italian: pesto sauce and shredded mozzarella cheeses
• Sicilian: chopped pepperoni, pizza sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese
• Nicoise: flaked tuna, green bean pieces, diced red onion, tomato
• Children's: sliced frankfurters and cheese spread

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees with rack in center. Prick potatoes all over with a fork and rub with oil. Place on rack and bake until potatoes are easily pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, about 1 hour. Remove from oven and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
• Split potatoes, pressing ends to create a pocket in each. Add a dab of butter or drizzle with oil; season with salt and pepper. Stuff with desired toppings; return to oven to warm through, if needed (see note, above), about 5 minutes, before serving.

Steps:

• Whip all ingredients together.

Steps:

• Pick whichever topping you want to use and combine all ingredients.
• Top baked potato with topping.
• Could even throw under broiler for a few minutes if desired.