Beef Soup Spuds

Name: Beef Soup Spuds
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 4 medium baking potatoes; 1 can (18.8 ounces) ready-to-serve chunky savory vegetable soup; 2 cups cooked fresh broccoli florets; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; Chopped green onions, optional

Canned soup is the convenient base for this colorful tater topper. As the potatoes are baked in the microwave, the chunky soup—along with bright broccoli for color and flavor—is heated in a snap on the stovetop.—Joleen Jackson, Zumbrota, Minnesota

Ingredients

4 medium baking potatoes
1 can (18.8 ounces) ready-to-serve chunky savory vegetable soup
2 cups cooked fresh broccoli florets
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped green onions, optional

Directions

Scrub and pierce the potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 7-9 minutes on each side or until tender.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the soup, broccoli and pepper; cook until heated through. With a sharp knife, cut an X in the top of each potato; fluff pulp with a fork. Top with soup mixture, cheese and onions if desired.