WW Baked Potato Smothered in Queso Cheesesteak with Peppers and Onions

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The WW Baked Potato Smothered in Queso Cheesesteak with Peppers and Onions can be prepared in one hour. This version of the recipe is light because of light cream cheese, reduced-fat cheddar, bell pepper, and onions. The amount of ingredients for WW Baked Potato Smothered in Queso Cheesesteak with Peppers and Onions is not too much. You can serve this dish at occasions, events, family gatherings, or parties. Its flavor will become very rich, and it will become satisfying to eat. We will not use oil in this recipe to keep it light. Also, the steps are very easy to prepare this dish.

STATS:

  • Cooking time: 45 minutes
  • Caloric count: 390 kcal
  • Cuisine: American
  • Prep duration: 15 minutes
  • Total time: One hour
  • Course: Main
  • Portion size: One stuffed potato
  • Servings: Four
  • Diet: Weight Watchers

EQUIPMENT:

  • Knife
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Mixing spoon
  • Parchment paper

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • Two medium, thinly sliced bell peppers
  • 2 to 3 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 450g thinly sliced lean sirloin steak
  • 1 large thinly sliced onion
  • Half tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • One cup of low-fat milk
  • ¾ cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp light cream cheese

INGREDIENT NOTES:

RUSSET POTATOES:

  • Russet potatoes are the main ingredient in your recipe. We will add the filling to them to make them fulfilling. Sweet potatoes are an alternative idea for you.

LEAN SIRLOIN STEAK:

  • Lean sirloin steak is a flavorful ingredient for your dish. You will use this in the filling of your baked potatoes. This ingredient will give your dish a good flavor and protein. Shredded chicken breast is a substitute idea for you.

ONION:

  • Onion is the basic ingredient to add to your potato filling. It’ll make your recipe taste sweeter. It will also make your dish’s flavor richer. Red onions are a different idea for you to add to the filling.

BELL PEPPERS:

  • Bell peppers are the other main ingredient in your potato filling. It’ll provide your dish with nutrition & color. Any color of bell pepper is fine for you to use in this dish.

WATER:

  • Water will help in sautéing the vegetables for your dish. Your vegetables will not stick to the non-stick skillet. Low-sodium beef broth is a substitute choice for your use.

GARLIC POWDER:

  • Garlic powder will make the taste of your potato filling better. You do not have to chop garlic if you’re adding garlic powder. An alternative for you is two minced garlic cloves.

LOW-FAT MILK:

  • Low-fat milk is light to use for a Weight Watchers recipe. This will make your queso creamier. Use unsweetened almond milk as a substitute.

CORNSTARCH:

  • Cornstarch will make your queso sauce thicker. It will also not include any fat in your recipe. Use flour as an alternative.

REDUCED-FAT CHEDDAR CHEESE:

  • Reduced-fat cheddar cheese will not include as many calories in your dish. It will also give your recipe a cheesy taste. Part-skim mozzarella is another option for you to use.

LIGHT CREAM CHEESE:

  • Light cream cheese is a good alternative for Weight Watchers. This will make your queso creamier. Use Greek yogurt for another idea in your recipe for creaminess.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Heat your oven to 200°C.
  2. Rinse the potatoes and insert a fork in them to pierce a few times.
  3. Add them to the baking sheet and bake them for 50 minutes.
  4. Now, warm a big non-stick skillet on a moderate flame.
  5. Add water to it to cook peppers and onions for 7 minutes.
  6. Mix them to cook properly.
  7. Take the vegetables out of the skillet.
  8. Add sliced sirloin to the same skillet to cook it for 6 minutes.
  9. Spread salt, garlic powder, and black pepper on it.
  10. Now, use a saucepan to add cornstarch and milk to warm over a medium flame.
  11. Whisk them till the sauce becomes thicker.
  12. Include cheese and cream cheese in the sauce to mix them to make them smoother.
  13. Take your baked potatoes and cut a slice on top of each.
  14. Mash the inside of the potatoes and then add the beef mixture to it.
  15. Add the sauce over the potatoes as well.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • Serve these potatoes with a fresh salad for dinner.
  • Spread chopped parsley to make the potatoes look fresh.
  • Add salsa to the potatoes for a good taste.

TIPS:

  • Cook your vegetables in a fine-quality non-stick skillet to prevent sticking.
  • Cut the beef into thin slices for the best texture.
  • Don’t cook the steak mix too much, or it will become harder.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Add the potatoes to a tight box to keep for three days.

FREEZER:

  • Put both the mixtures in separate freezer boxes to keep for two months.

FAQs:

Can we skip the light cream cheese?

  • Yes, but the sauce will not become very creamy.

How can I prepare my dish earlier?

  • Prepare the sauce & filling earlier and add it to fresh baked potatoes.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Sodium: 500 mg

Iron: 3.5 mg

Calories: 390 kcal

Net Carbs: 40 g

Fiber: 5 g

Protein: 32 g

Fat: 9 g

Calcium: 320 mg

Vitamin A: 850 IU

Potassium: 1,150 mg

Total Carbs: 45 g

Weight Watcher Points: 7 points