Baked Potatoes with Vegetables
(makes 6 servings)
Ingredients:
- 6 russet potatoes
- 1 -- 5.75 oz. can of black, pitted large olives
- 4-5 green onions
- 2-3 carrots
- 8 oz. of vegetarian chili
- 1 bunch broccoli, cut into small pieces and lightly cooked in microwave or steamed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 oz. nonfat yogurt (or sour cream)
- 1/2 cup salsa (optional)
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 375o F.
- Wash potatoes thoroughly and poke with a fork 4-5 times. Wrap in foil or place on a cookie sheet.
- Place in oven for 45-60 minutes or until soft.
- While potatoes are cooking, chop olives and green onions into small slices and grate carrots.
- Heat chili briefly in microwave or on stove top until warm.
- Place olives, carrots, onions, broccoli, cheddar cheese, yogurt or sour cream, chili and salsa out buffet-style to create your own potato bar!
- Carefully take out potatoes when finished cooking. Slice open and garnish with your favorites toppings.
Other ingredient ideas:
- Sautéed mushrooms and onions
- Chopped cucumber and tomatoes
- Sliced bell pepper