Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

baking potatoes

large

1 box

frozen chopped broccoli

0.25 cup

milk

2 tbsp

butter

8 oz

Cheez Whiz

1 unit

onion

chopped fine

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Bake potatoes until tender, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 3
~5 min

While potatoes are baking, cook broccoli according to package directions. Drain well.

Step 4
~5 min

Once potatoes are cool enough to handle, halve lengthwise, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell.

Step 5
~5 min

Scoop out the potato flesh into a large bowl.

Step 6
~5 min

Add milk and butter to the bowl with the potato flesh and mash until smooth.

Step 7
~5 min

Season with salt and pepper.

Step 8
~5 min

Spoon the mashed potato mixture back into the potato shells.

Step 9
~5 min

In a separate bowl, mix the cooked broccoli, cheese sauce, chopped onion, salt, and pepper until well blended.

Step 10
~5 min

Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the broccoli-cheese mixture onto each potato half.

Step 11
~5 min

Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet.

Step 12
~5 min

Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until heated through and lightly browned.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add some garlic powder to the mashed potatoes.

Top with shredded cheese and bacon bits for a more decadent dish.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or steak.

Pair with a fresh salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Steak
Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Comfort Food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Dinner Party
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100