Potato Skins

Try this very easy starter..... with a lil bit more on the calorie side

Courtesy : Flavor

So you would require

10 - 15 Small potatoes
1Tbsp olive oil
1Tbsp Butter
1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese - you can also experiment with other varieties
1/4 cup cream
1/4 tsp mustard sauce / powder
Crushed Black pepper and red chilli flakes - to taste
Salt to taste
Fresh Parsley / Coriander leaves - to garnish


Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees
Pierce the potatoes with a fork, and arrange the same on a baking sheet (lined over a tray) in a single layer and brush with olive oil
Roast it uncovered, until tender , this may take about 30 - 40 minutes
Once done , allow it to cool
Halves the potatoes , using a melon scooper or a teaspoon , scoop out the flesh / middle part in the bowl
Return the potato skins to the baking tray
Mash the potato flesh along with cream, cheese, salt , pepper, chilly flakes and mustard
Sprinkle some salt over the sides of the potato skin and stuff each with the potato mixture
Bake the potato skins until golden brown on top , for about 15 - 20 minutes