Special Baked Potatoes
For a nifty way to spice up plain old potatoes, try Tressa Surdick's recipe. To make them, she slices the spuds, then seasons them before baking. "Just before they're done, I sprinkle cheese on top of each potato. Our guest always rave about the," Tressa pens from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. (To make the cutting easier, Tressa share this tip: "Place the handle of a wooden spoon along the bottom of 4 ServingsPrep: 10 min. Bake: 1 hr
Ingredients
- 4 medium baking potatoes
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
Directions
- With a sharp knife, slice potatoes thinly but not all the way
- through, leaving slices attached at bottom. Fan potatoes slightly.
- Place in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with
- butter. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and salt.
- Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 50 minutes. Sprinkle with cheeses
- and parsley; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
- Yield: 4 servings.