Idaho Potato Skins Recipe
Fresh Idaho potatoes mixed with cheddar cheese, bacon bits and chives. Drizzled with sour cream and served with our made-in-house Ranch dressing.
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Ingredients
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Potato Skins
Ranch Dressing
Method
Preparing the Potato Skins
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Bake the Potatoes
Wash the Idaho potatoes thoroughly and prick them several times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- 3
Cool and Cut
Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Once cool enough to handle, cut each potato in half lengthwise.
- 4
Scoop Out the Flesh
Gently scoop out some of the potato flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato on the skin. Set the scooped potato aside for another use.
- 5
Add Toppings
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chopped chives into each potato skin.
- 6
Bake Again
Return the stuffed 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, drizzle with sour cream, and serve warm.
Making the Ranch Dressing
- 8
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 9
Mix Well
Stir all the ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
- 10
Chill
Refrigerate the ranch dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.