Baked Potatoes And Capsicum Recipes

RE-BAKED POTATOES

Steps:

• Pierce potatoes with a fork; rub with oil if desired. Bake at 400° for 1 hour and 20 minutes or until tender. Let stand until cool enough to handle., Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp, leaving a thin shell. Place pulp, butter and cream cheese in a large bowl and mash. Fold in green onions, bacon, cheese and pepper. Spoon into potato shells. Place on baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 20-30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with additional cheese. Let stand 3-5 minutes.

BAKED POTATOES AND CAPSICUM

Steps:

• Place clean potatoes and capsicums on an oven tray.
• Roast for 45 minutes or until soft.
• Potato skins should be crisp and crackling.
• Allow capsicums to cool and peel skin.
• Tear capsicums into strips.
• Place potatoes in a bowl. Add capsicums.
• Dress with a good dressing of oilve oil, finely cut garlic and crushed oregano.
• Add firm tomatoes wedges if desired.
• Toss and serve with fresh crusty bread.
• Tip. Red capsicum is best, however combination of red, green and yellow is a colourful presentation.

ROASTED POTATOES AND PEPPERS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Wash potatoes.
• Halve or quarter larger potatoes.
• Cut onion into eight pieces.
• Cut peppers into one-inch pieces.
• Combine oil and seasonings in a plastic bag. Add vegetables and shake to coat with seasonings.
• Place in shallow dish and bake uncovered in the oven, until potatoes are tender, about 40-45 minutes, stirring once.

PERFECT BAKED POTATO

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Scrub the potato, and pierce the skin several times with a knife or fork. Rub the skin with olive oil, then with salt.
• Place the potato in the preheated oven, and bake for 90 minutes, or until slightly soft and golden brown. Slice the potato down the center, and serve with butter and black pepper. Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over the top, if desired.