PIZZA POTATO TOPPERS

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Not only is this recipe quick and easy to make, but it's an economical treat as well. I don't know of a more satisfying way to stretch a half pound of meat! -Sheila Friedrich, Antelope, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 medium baking potatoes
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 small onion, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 to 3/4 cup pizza sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Fresh oregano, basil or parsley, optional

Steps:

Prick potatoes with a fork; cook in a microwave until tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and green pepper with onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato and pizza sauce; heat through. , Split potatoes lengthwise; flake potato centers with a fork. Spoon meat mixture into each; top with mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 26g protein.