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Wonderful Stuffed Potatoes

Wonderful Stuffed Potatoes

50 Ratings
50 Ratings
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MyPlate Kitchen
Makes: 8 servings
Total Cost: $$$$

Pair these delicious stuffed potatoes with grilled or baked meat, fish, or tofu.

Ingredients

  • 4 potatoes (medium, baking)
  • 3/4 cup cottage cheese (low-fat)
  • 1/4 cup milk (low-fat 1%)
  • 2 tablespoons margarine (soft tub)
  • 1 teaspoon dill weed
  • 3/4 teaspoon herb seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or ~ 4 dashes)
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Prick potatoes with fork. Bake at 425°F for 60 minutes or until fork is easily inserted.
  3. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out potato, leaving about 1/2 inch of pulp inside shell. Mash pulp in large bowl.
  4. Mix in by hand remaining ingredients except Parmesan cheese. Spoon mixture into potato shells.
  5. Sprinkle top with 1/4 teaspoon of Parmesan cheese.
  6. Place on baking sheet and return to oven. Bake 15-20 minutes or until tops are golden brown.

Notes

Learn more about potatoes.

Source:

A Healthier You: Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Health and Human Services
Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/2 potato (140g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 134
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 3 mg
Sodium 121 mg
Carbohydrates 20 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 5 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 61 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 485 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 134
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 1 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.2 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 3 mg
Carbohydrates 20 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 5 g
Minerals
Calcium 61 mg
Potassium 485 mg
Sodium 121 mg
Copper 124 mcg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 28 mg
Phosphorus 112 mg
Selenium 3 mcg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 41 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg
Vitamin B12 0.2 mg
Vitamin C 21 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 8 mcg
Folate 20 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 1 mg
Choline 18 mg

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Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 3/4 cups
Dairy 1/4 cups

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MyPlate.gov is based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025