It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas parties...

This easy-peasy appetizer comes from our friends at the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee, where all things spudly hang out. On a cold, snowy day (which it is where we live), this is a fabulous lunch. Or snack at game time. Or fantastic appetizer for holiday party. Cheese and potatoes. What's not to love??? Enjoy!

Colorado Nacho Potato Appetizers

From the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee

Servings: A crowd!

Ingredients:

2 Colorado russet variety potatoes cut into 1/4 inch slices

1/4 c. taco sauce

1/4 c. roasted pepper, cut into julienne strips

1/4 c. pitted ripe olives, cut in wedges

1 1/2 c. cheddar or monterey jack cheese, shredded

1/4 c. sour cream or yogurt

1/2 c. salsa

Cilantro or parsley sprigs

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375 F. Arrange potato slices on greased shallow baking pan. Brush tops with taco sauce. Bake for 10 minutes or until tender. Top with peppers, olives and cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer until cheese is melted. Garnish with cilantro or parley. Serve with sour cream and salsa.