Cheddar and Bacon-Stuffed Baby Potatoes |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Serve these tasty snacks warm from the oven for a really delicious party nibble - they're popular with adults as well as children.... Ingredients:
20 new potatoes |
4 slices lean smoked back bacon |
4 1/2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated |
2 ounces butter |
freshly ground salt and pepper |
1 pinch grated nutmeg |
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil |
oregano sprigs or flat leaf parsley |
Directions:
1. Simmer the potatoes until just tender before draining in a colander. Preheat a grill and cook the bacon until crisp. Preheat the oven to 400°F
2. Cut tops off each potato, and using a small sharp knife, scoop out the flesh. Cut thin strips off each of the potato bases so that the potatoes can stay upright.
3. Using a fork, combine the potato flesh with the butter and cheese. Season well and stir in the bacon.
4. Using a teaspoon, carefully spoon the filling back into the potato shells and top with the potato lids set at a jaunty angle!
5. Brush liberally with the olive oil and set the potatoes on a baking tray, lined with baking parchment. Cook until the filling is golden and the cheese is golden - about 10- 15 minutes.
6. Garnish with herb sprigs and serve warm from the oven.
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