Step 1

Scrub potatoes and prick several time with a fork.  Bake in 400° F oven for 1 hr 15 min.

Step 2

Remove potatoes when a fork will insert smoothly.  Allow to cool 20-30 min.

Step 3

Prepare cheese sauce according to recipe.  Reserve 1 cup and store the rest in an airtight container.

Step 4

Microwave broccoli and chop uniformly.  Pack a 1 cup measuring cup and set aside.

Step 5

Remove top 1/3 of potato (lengthwise) and discard (or eat).

Step 6

Scoop out flesh to within 1/4″ of the skin and place in a bowl.

Step 7

Mash potato flesh with 1/2 cup cheese sauce, broccoli, garlic powder, salt, & pepper.

Step 8

Pack mashed potato mixture back into the potato skins and bake an additional 15-20 min.

Step 9

Drizzle with additional cheese sauce if desired and garnish.