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Twice Baked Ranch Potatoes




Source of Recipe


Michelle M.


Recipe Introduction



This recipe was tested in an 850-watt microwave.



List of Ingredients




4 large baking potatoes (about 2-1/4 pounds)
1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 TBSP milk
1 envelope (1 ounce) ranch salad dressing mix
1-1/2 cups mashed potatoes
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese


Recipe



Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 18-20 minutes or until tender, turning several times. Let stand for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and milk, beat in salad dressing mix. Add mashed potatoes; mix well. Cut a thin slice from the top of each potat0; scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell. Add pulp to the cream cheese mixture and mash. Spoon into potato shells. Top with cheese.

Place two potatoes on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 minutes or until heated through. Place remaining potatoes on a baking sheet. Freeze overnight or until thoroughly frozen; transfer to a freezer bag. May be frozen for up to 3 months.

SERVES 4

To use frozen potatoes:
Place potatoes on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, at 50% power for 8-9 minutes or until heated through.