Step 1: Prepare the potato skins
Potatoes Mash: Cook the peeled potatoes until tender with a fork. Drain and allow to cool slightly before mashing in a large bowl until smooth.
Combine ingredients: Add the egg, grated parmesan, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, salt and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix well until well combined. The mixture should be firm enough to hold its shape when formed into shells.
Form into shells: Use your hands or a mold to form the potato mixture into shells, creating a well in the center of each shell for the beef filling. Place these shells on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 2: Prepare the beef filling
Mix ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the ground beef with the finely chopped onion, salt, pepper and a pinch of chili to add some heat. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Form Beef Portions: Take small portions of the beef mixture and form them into balls or patties that fit into the wells of the potato skins.
Step 3: Assemble the skins
Fill the potato skins: Place the beef portions into the wells of the potato skins and press down slightly to ensure a snug fit. The beef should fill the wells without spilling over the sides of the skins.
Step 4: Prepare the Topping
Mix ingredients for the topping: In a bowl, combine the shredded cheese, diced cherry tomatoes and mayonnaise. Stir well until the cheese is coated with the mayonnaise and the tomatoes are evenly distributed.
Add the Topping: Spoon the cheese and tomato mixture over the beef in each potato skin and spread it lightly to cover the beef. This topping will melt and form a delicious, golden crust during baking.
Step 5: Bake the potato skins
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