SPEEDY STUFFED POTATOES

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These potatoes are always a hit when I serve them. I grow the garlic and chives in my own garden.- Marie Hattrup, Sparks, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 large baking potatoes
3 tablespoons butter, softened
2/3 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning once., When cool enough to handle, cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell. In a large bowl, mash the pulp with butter. Stir in the sour cream, garlic, salt and pepper. Spoon into potato shells. , Place on a microwave-safe plate. Sprinkle with cheese. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges