Cheesy Jackets with Tuna & Spring Onions
A warm and filling dish made with baked potatoes stuffed with a savory tuna mixture and topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
For the baked potatoes
- 2 pieces Potatoes (for baking) Choose potatoes of similar size for even cooking.
For the tuna filling
- 1 can Tuna Drain well; choose tuna in oil for richer taste or tuna in water for a lighter version.
- 3 pieces Spring onions Chopped.
- 3 tablespoons Salad cream Can be swapped with mayonnaise or plain yogurt for a different flavor.
- 1 cup Cheese Grated cheddar or mozzarella work best.
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the potatoes and pierce them with a fork.
- Bake in the oven for 45-60 minutes until tender.
Filling and Baking
- In a bowl, mix the tuna with salad cream, chopped spring onions, salt, and pepper.
- Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and carefully cut them open.
- Stuff the potatoes with the tuna mixture.
- Top with cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For best taste, serve hot out of the oven. Add a crisp side salad or steamed vegetables to balance the meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.