Twice-Baked Potatoes (Microwave)

Twice-baked potatoes are believed to have originated in France in the 19th century and were traditionally made with leftover mashed potatoes.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Twice-Baked Potatoes (Microwave)

Cooking Method: Baking, Microwaving Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 medium-sized Potatoes
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Sour cream
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cheddar cheese
• 4 strips Bacon
• 2 chopped Green onions
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Pierce the potatoes with a fork and microwave them on high for 10 minutes, or until tender.
2. Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin shell.
3. In a bowl, mash the potato flesh with butter, sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, salt, and black pepper.
4. Spoon the mixture back into the potato shells.
5. Place the potatoes on a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
6. Let the potatoes rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.