Sausage-Stuffed Red Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 8 small red potatoes
• 1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
• 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 9 teaspoons minced fresh parsley, divided
• 1/3 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese 

Directions:

1. Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate.
2. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-9 minutes or until tender, turning once. 
3. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage and pepper over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink.
4. Add onions and 4 1/2 teaspoons parsley; cook 1-2 minutes longer.
5. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese.
6. Cut each potato in half lengthwise.
7. Scoop out 1 tablespoon pulp (save for another use).
8. Spoon about 2 tablespoons sausage mixture into each half.
9. Place on a microwave-safe plate.
10. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
11. Sprinkle with remaining parsley.