Not only is this recipe quick and easy to make, but it's an economical treat as well. I don't know of a more satisfying way to stretch a half-pound of meat! —Sheila Friedrich, Antelope, Montana
Ingredients
4 medium baking potatoes
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 small onion, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 to 3/4 cup pizza sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Optional: Fresh oregano, basil or parsley
Instructions
1Prick potatoes with a fork; cook in a microwave until tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and stir beef and green pepper with onion, crumbling beef, until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato and pizza sauce; heat through.
2Split potatoes lengthwise; flake potato centers with a fork. Spoon meat mixture into each; top with mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with herbs if desired.