Thursday, March 18, 2010

Spicy Tuna Melt Baked Potato



I just love the savory combination of tuna and melted cheese. The baked potato magnifies and marries the creamy savoriness of the two, and it is quite yummy.

Spicy Tuna Melt Baked Potato
1 baked potato
1/4 cup tuna
2 Tbsp sour cream, plus a dollop on the side
1/4 cup shredded cheese, plus more for topping
1 Tbsp chopped red onion
1 tsp ground oregano
dash of Tabasco
sprinkling of red pepper flakes
sprinkling of dried chives
salt and black pepper
broccoli on the side

1. Cut a thin slice off the top of the potato (lengthwise).
2. Scoop out flesh of potato into a bowl. Mix with tuna, sour cream, cheese, red onion, oregano, Tabasco (use a fork to mash them together til smooth).
3. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and melt in microwave for 50 seconds, or until melted.
4. Garnish with chives and red pepper flakes, season with salt and pepper. Serve with steamed broccoli and a dollop of sour cream.