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Quick and Easy Grilled Potatoes

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"These are like a baked potato, but better! This recipe is so simple and makes a delicious side dish, a 'baked' potato that is soft in the middle and perfectly grilled on the outside. We dip ours in sour cream and green onions!" — stylistmama

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2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
2 tablespoons olive oil

salt and ground black pepper to taste

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Directions

Poke each potato with the tines of a fork. Place the potatoes in a microwave oven, and cook on high power for about 5 minutes. Check about halfway through, and turn potatoes over for even cooking. Slice each potato in half the long way and cook potatoes another 2 minutes on high power.
Preheat a grill for medium heat.
Brush the potato tops with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook on prepared grill for 15 to 20 minutes, turning once.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 22 mins
READY IN 27 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Mar 03, 2008

Just a little tip as to how we make ours (the recipe was edited a bit): I actually also rub the skins with oil, salt and pepper, which makes them just a bit crispier. Enjoy!

—stylistmama

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 22, 2009

these were okay, better the second day heated up. Might try these again.

—yvonne

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Jun 17, 2008

I fixed these for dinner tonight . I followed most of the recipe as written except....I used 5 smaller potatoes instead of 2 large . After microwaving , I sliced them in half , covered them with Krafts Tuscan House Italian Dressing and Marinade , let them sit for about 45 minutes & then grilled them . Served with sour cream & butter, they tasted great (in fact they would have been great even without the sour cream ) ! This recipe will be a regular here during grilling season . Thanks !

—KAIBRYN

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Jun 03, 2008

The only way to eat potatoes in this household now. We also coat the halved potatoes entirely with olive oil then sprinkle with kosher salt, cracked pepper. Sometimes to kick up the flavor a notch we sprinkle steak seasonings on them as well. Amazing flavor and lets you eat the entire potato for more nutrients! Great recipe!!

—Viqueen

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Aug 01, 2008

We have made potatoes this way for many years but hubby, the expert grill man, never bothers to microwave them first. I score the potato halves in a cross-hatch fashion, which may help them cook faster and looks so pretty! I also sprinkle with seasoning which varies to our tastes--any herbs are delicious, but my favorite is dill. We usually do the vegetables on the grill too, which makes for a totally mess free kitchen--no pans to clean!

—naples34102

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May 31, 2008

This was incredibly easy and a nice change from the same old baked potato. I added a little paprika and garlic powder to the mix.

—Jillian

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Jun 13, 2008

I tried these tonight and they were really tasty! At the end of the grilling time I put a handful of shredded cheese on top and closed the grill for a few minutes. Just like a loaded baked potato!

—lsimon99

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Feb 12, 2008

These were surprisingly good. My husband and I were sort of shocked at how good these were, actually. No extra seasoning or butter needed; a healthy way to eat baked potatoes. The grill lends a yummy smoky flavor.

—grokkinmom

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Nutrition

Calories
203 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
32.2 g
10%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
6.9 g
11%

Fiber
4.1 g
16%

Protein
3.7 g
7%

Sodium
108 mg
4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Quick and Easy Grilled Potatoes

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 203
Calories from Fat: 62

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.9g 11 %
Saturated Fat 1g 5 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 108mg 4 %
** Potassium 777mg 22 %
Total Carbohydrates 32.2g 10 %
Dietary Fiber 4.1g 16 %
Protein 3.7g 7 %
Sugars 1.4g
** Vitamin A < 1 %
** Vitamin C 61 %
** Calcium 3 %
** Iron 14 %
** Thiamin 16 %
** Niacin 22 %
** Vitamin B6 34 %
** Magnesium 15 %
** Folate 16 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.