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Potato Skins

Crispy potato skins topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 medium russet potatoes scrubbed clean
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing
  • 1 teaspoon salt for seasoning
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or any cheese of choice
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon crumbled
  • 1/4 cup green onions sliced
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup sour cream optional for dipping

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pierce each potato with a fork several times and rub them with olive oil and salt.
  3. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45 minutes or until tender.
  4. Once cooked, allow the potatoes to cool slightly, then cut them in half lengthwise.
  5. Scoop out some of the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato in the skin.
  6. Brush the inside of each potato skin with olive oil and season with salt.
  7. Place the skins back in the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until crispy.
  8. Remove from the oven, fill each skin with cheese and bacon, and return to the oven for another 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  9. Garnish with green onions and serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 550mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1g

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding spices like paprika or garlic powder to the olive oil before brushing the skins.

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