Potato Surprise
Potato Surprise is a delicious and fun dish that combines meat and potatoes. It's a perfect recipe for kids who love surprises! Here's how you can make it:
Ingredients:
- 4 large potatoes
- 1 pound ground meat (beef, chicken, or turkey)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated cheese (if using beef, don't add cheese)
- Cooking oil
Serving Size: 4 servings
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 400
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
Estimated Cooking Time: 1 hour
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and poke them with a fork a few times. This will help them cook evenly. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake them in the oven for about 45 minutes, or until they are soft when pierced with a fork.
3. While the potatoes are baking, let's prepare the meat filling. In a large skillet, heat a little cooking oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté them until they become soft and golden.
4. Add the ground meat to the skillet and cook it until it's browned and cooked through. Make sure to break it up into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
5. Season the meat with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir well to combine the flavors. Remove the skillet from the heat and set it aside.
6. Once the potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin layer of potato inside the skin. Be careful not to tear the skin.
7. Mash the scooped-out potato flesh in a bowl. Add the breadcrumbs to the mashed potatoes and mix well. This will help bind the filling together.
8. Fill each potato skin with a spoonful of the meat mixture. Top it with a sprinkle of grated cheese if desired.
9. Place the filled potato skins back on the baking sheet and return them to the oven. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Once the Potato Surprise is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve it warm and enjoy the surprise inside!
Remember to always ask an adult for help when using the oven or handling hot ingredients. Enjoy your Potato Surprise meal, and have fun cooking!
