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Ingredients

  • 2 large baking potatoes
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped and seeded
  • 14 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
  • 18 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons parmesan cheese, grated

Method

  • One day or several hours ahead, prick potatoes with a fork.
  • Bake in a 425 F oven for 40 to 50 minutes or till tender; cool, wrap and store in refrigerator.
  • At serving time, cut baking potatoes into quarters.
  • Scoop out the insides (reserve for another use), leaving 1/2-inch thick shells.
  • Lightly brush both sides of potato skins with olive oil.
  • Place, cut side up, on a large baking sheet.
  • Bake at 425 F for about 15 minutes or until they are crisp.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine the chopped tomatoes, basil, and garlic powder; spoon some of the tomato mixture into each potato quarter.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake for 2 to 3 minutes longer until heated through.