Twice Baked Potatoes with Broccoli and Cheese Recipe

Pierce the potatoes several times with a fork.

Place in the microwave and use the baked potato setting until the potatoes are cooked through, turning halfway. Alternatively, bake for 1 hour in an oven heated at 425 degrees F.

Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine cauliflower and broccoli with a little salted water and cook, covered for about 3 minutes.

Remove the broccoli with a slotted spoon and set aside, continue cooking the cauliflower for about 5 more minutes until soft. Drain and set aside in a large bowl.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise.

Scoop the flesh out into the large bowl with the cauliflower, leaving a ¼-inchshell.

Place the potato shells on a baking sheet.

Mash the flesh with a potato masher or puree with a hand blender along with the cauliflower.

Add the buttermilk and salt, mash until smooth.

Fold in half of the shredded cheddar (and chives if desired).

Spoon the potato/cauliflower mixture back into the shells.

Top with the cooked broccoli and remaining cheese on top.

Bake for 5 to 10 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted.