Instant Baked Potatoes

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خطوة بخطوة

1. 1

   Preheat your grill to medium heat (around 180°C / 350°F), or preheat your oven to the same temperature.

   حوالي 5 د

   ملاحظة الطاهي: If using an oven, place a baking sheet inside as it preheats.

2. 2

   Cut four large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, each about 30cm square.

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3. 3

   In a medium saucepan, bring the water and the main portion of butter to a boil.

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4. 4

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the milk.

   ملاحظة الطاهي: Adding cold milk off the heat prevents the potatoes from becoming gummy.

5. 5

   Gradually whisk in the instant potato flakes until smooth, then let the mixture stand for one minute to thicken.

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6. 6

   In a large bowl, combine the prepared potatoes with the grated cheddar cheese, chopped onion, crumbled bacon, green bell pepper, salt, and black pepper.

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7. 7

   Divide the potato mixture evenly among the four foil sheets, placing it in the center of each.

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8. 8

   Fold the sides of the foil up and seal the edges to create enclosed packets.

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   ملاحظة الطاهي: Leave a little space inside the packet for steam to circulate and melt the cheese.

9. 9

   Place the foil packets directly on the grill grates or on a baking sheet in the preheated oven.

10. 10

    Cook for 20 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is fully melted.

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11. 11

    Carefully open the packets, as hot steam will be released.

12. 12

    Serve immediately, topped with an optional pat of butter if desired.