Best Couch Potatoes Recipes

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COUCH POTATOES



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"These stuffed potatoes are a favorite," says Shary Geidner from Clear Lake, Iowa. "They're an easy meal-in-one." Plus, they're a great way to use up any extra ham, chili or baked potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large baking potatoes, baked
1 can (15 ounces) chili without beans
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 jar (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Cut each potato in half lengthwise but not all the way through, leaving potato attached at the bottom. Push potatoes open and fluff pulp with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Top each with the chili, onions, mushrooms, ham and cheese. Cover and microwave on high for 2 to 2-1/2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

COUCH POTATOES



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This is a comfort dish, and done in the microwave. It makes a good side to roast, steak, or chicken.

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Potato

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 red potatoes, about 1 lb. cut in half
3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup pepperoni or 1/4 cup salami, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In 12X8 baking dish, arrange potato halves, cut side up, around edges of dish.
  • Add 1 tablespoon water and cook, covered, on high, 8-10 minutes until tender, rotating dish halfway through cooking time; drain.
  • Meanwhile, combine all remaining ingredients.
  • Place this mixture on cut sides of potatoes and cook on high 1-2 minutes until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 78.6, Carbohydrate 34.1, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 2.2, Protein 6.4

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