Chili-Topped Potatoes

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes
• 1 stick butter, softened or melted
• 1/2 lb ground beef
• 1/3 Cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 Clove garlic, minced
• 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
• 1/2 Cup water
• 1 1/2 Tbsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 bunch green onion, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°

2. 2

   Wash potatoes r

3. 3

   Using a fork, poke holes into all sides of the potatoes

4. 4

   Spread butter over potatoes

5. 5

   Place potatoes on a prepared or parchment lined baking sheet (I use wire racks on my baking sheet!)

6. 6

   Bake potatoes approximately 1 hour

7. 7

   In large skillet, over medium-high heat, cook ground beef

8. 8

   drain fat, and add onion and garlic

9. 9

   Add tomato sauce, water, chili powder, salt, and pepper

10. 10

    Reduce heat, and simmer. Cook until thick, approximately 30 minutes

11. 11

    Split the tops of the potatoes lengthwise

12. 12

    Pinch the ends of the potato and push together

13. 13

    Stir and fluff inside of potatoes with a fork

14. 14

    Spoon chili over top of potatoes

15. 15

    Sprinkle with cheese and green onion

16. 16

    Sour cream also makes a great topping!