Turkey and ham baked potato recipe

Turkey and ham baked potato

2 ratings

Prep Time:5 mins

Cooking Time:90 mins

Serves:2 Adults

Cost:Low

This is a tasty alternative to sandwiches for lunch. Baked potatoes are versatile and you can add your own favourite filling.

About this recipe

This recipe was adapted from 101+ Square Meals

Ingredients

2 large potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled
100g / 4 oz. of cooked ham
100g / 4 oz. of cooked turkey
1 dessertspoon of cooked peas
1 teaspoon of low-fat mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Pre-heat the oven to 220°C / 425°F / Gas Mark 7
Wash the potatoes, then prick them all over with a fork
Bake in a pre-heated oven for 1½ hours or until the inside is tender
Cut the potato in half and carefully scoop the centre out of the potato into a mixing bowl
Slice the turkey and ham and add to the potato flesh
Stir in the peas and mayonnaise
Return the mixture to the potato skins
Place in a hot oven and bake until warmed through and slightly browned on top

What you will need

Baking tray
Mixing bowl
Wooden spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve with side salad- lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, grated carrot, low fat salad dressing

Instead of baking the potatoes in the oven you can quickly use the microwave - follow the microwave manual.

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