4 lg. baking potatoes
1 tsp. shortening
6 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. grated onion
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 eggs
6 oz. (1 1/2 c.) shredded cheddar or American cheese
6 oz. (1 c.) diced ham
Paprika if desired

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Scrub potatoes, pat dry. Rub each potato with shortening; prick several times with fork. Bake for 1 hour or until done. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise; scoop out inside, leaving a thin shell.

In large bowl, beat potatoes 1 minute. Add butter, onion, pepper and eggs; continue beating until mixture is smooth and fluffy. Fold in 1 cup cheese (reserve some for topping) and ham. Fill shells, top with reserved 1/2 cup cheese. Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes. 4 servings.