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Potato Skins

Delicious Loaded Potato Skins Recipe with Cheese and Bacon

Enjoy these tasty Potato Skins loaded with cheese and bacon for the perfect appetizer or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 235
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1/2 cup sour cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for brushing
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Fork
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry the russet potatoes, then pierce each potato several times with a fork.
  3. Bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack for 45-60 minutes until tender. Allow them to cool slightly.
  4. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving about a quarter-inch layer.
  5. Brush both sides of each potato half with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place skin-side down on a baking sheet.
  6. Fill each potato skin with cheddar cheese and bacon bits.
  7. Return to the oven for another 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve hot topped with sour cream and chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skinCalories: 235kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 8gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different toppings like jalapeños or avocado to suit your taste.

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