Potato Skins With Bacon & Cheese Recipe

Time1h 15m

Serves4

Crispy potato skins loaded with savory bacon and melted cheese, perfect for a delicious appetizer or snack.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Potatoes
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the russet potatoes clean and pierce them a few times with a fork. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
2
Bake the Potatoes
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 45-60 minutes, or until tender. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
3
Cook the Bacon
While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
4
Prepare the Potato Skins
Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out some of the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato around the skin. Brush the insides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
5
Fill the Skins
Place the potato halves cut side up on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese into each potato skin.
6
Bake Again
Return the filled potato skins to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7
Serve
Remove from the oven and top with sour cream and chopped green onions. Serve warm.