Broccoli and red bell pepper stuffed baked potatoes

Broccoli and red bell pepper stuffed baked potatoes are extremely easy to prepare and make for a delicious healthy starter for your parties and get together. Potato, broccoli and red bell peppers are rich sources of vitamin C, fiber and sulfur, an important micro-mineral that lends the veggies their anti-cancer property. Vitamin C helps in boosting immunity while fiber helps keep the digestion smooth. So read on and try this wholesome and nourishing recipe this holiday season and enjoy the good time with your family and friends.

Preparation Time: 15 minutes                                                                                    Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Serves: 8 pcs

Ingredients

Amount

Potatoes (Boiled)

4  Large Potatoes

Broccoli (chopped)

1 cup

Green Chilies(chopped)

1 ½ tsp.

Processed Cheese (grated)

¾ cup

Red Capsicum (chopped)

1 cup

Garlic paste

2 tsp.

Butter

1 tbsp.

Salt & Black Pepper (Powder)

To taste

Fresh Cream (Low Fat)

¼ cup

Method

1. Heat a nonstick pan and add butter, garlic, green chilies, broccoli, and red capsicum.
2. Sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Add the fresh cream, salt, and pepper, and cook on medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Remove from the flame, add processed cheese, and mix well.
5. Divide the mixture into 8 parts and keep aside.

How to Proceed

1. Boil the potatoes and cut each horizontally in half.
2. Scoop out the potatoes using a spoon to create a hollow depression for the filling.
3. Season the potatoes with some salt and fill the potatoes with the cream stuffing.
4. Place the potatoes on a baking tray and bake them in a preheated oven at 200°C for 5 to 10 minutes or until the cheese melts.
5. Serve immediately.

• Tip

Choose the best type of potato with the high starch content as it helps the potato bake up evenly fluffy and soft.