Jacket Potatoes stuffed with Leeks

Ingredients:

  • 4 large potatoes, suitable for baking
  • 2 leeks, sliced
  • 150g tub soft cheese (good with garlic and herb variety)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Parsley or other herb of choice

(serves 4)

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7.
  2. Either sauté leeks in a pan until softened or microwave for a 3 mins with a little splash of water. Put to one side.
  3. Cook potatoes in microwave for 10-15 mins on High, checking halfway and turning to ensure even cooking. Cut in half lengthways and scoop out placing the flesh in a bowl.
  4. Add the leeks and potato and mash; then add the cheese, egg and herbs.
  5. Add the mash mix into the potato skins.
  6. Bake for about 15 mins; the skins should be crispy and mash nicely browned.