Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 1 cup prepared salsa
  • 1 1/2 cups nonfat sour cream, divided
  • 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat monterey jack cheese, divided
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped black olives
  • 1 tablespoon chopped jalapeno pepper

Method

  • Preheat oven to 425°F
  • Scrub potatoes; pat dry. Pierce potatoes several times with a fork. Bake until tender, about 1 hour.
  • Remove potatoes from the oven; reduce oven temperature to 350°F
  • Slice off tops of potatoes. Scoop out insides, keeping shells intact.
  • In a medium bowl, mash potatoes. Stir in salsa and 1 cup of sour cream.
  • Spoon potato mixture evenly into shells.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 cup of Monterey Jack cheese over tops. Place potatoes on a baking sheet. Bake until cheese melts, about 20 minutes.
  • Place potatoes on serving plates. Top with remaining sour cream and cheese. Sprinkle cilantro, olives, and jalapeno pepper on top. Serve immediately.