Spicy Broccoli and Sharp Cheddar Topped Baked Potato
Servings 1
Equipment
- Steamer with Large Saucepan and Lid
- Small skillet
Ingredients
- 1 russet potato
- 1 cup of broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to taste
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp sour cream
- 2 tbsp sharp cheddar divided
- Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Wash your potato, then poke it a few times with a fork.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until cooked through and fork-tender.
- Place the broccoli in a steamer in a large saucepan with boiling water, cover with a lid, and steam for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Place the steamed broccoli on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli and crushed red pepper flakes and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes. Season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste. Remove from the heat.
- Remove the baked potato from the oven, slice it down the center, then pinch each end towards the middle.
- Add butter, sour cream, 1 tablespoon of sharp cheddar, sea salt, and freshly cracked pepper to taste; mix until well combined.
- Top the potato with the spicy broccoli and the remaining tablespoon of cheese.
- Serve immediately. Enjoy.