russet potatoes, baked or microwaved until tender • Canola oil for frying • fresh grated romano cheese • granulated garlic powder • queso cheese sauce, homemade or store bought • cracked black pepper • hot sauce, such as Frank’s Red Hot • small cooked meatballs, homemade or store bought • italian sausage, mild or hot, uncooked • Tortilla chips, as much as desired • chopped chives