Homemade Potato Skins With Cheddar Recipe
Make Homemade Potato Skins With Cheddar Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Potato Preparation
Cheddar Topping
Method
Preparing the Potatoes
- 1
- 2
Bake the Potatoes
Place the potato halves cut-side up on a baking sheet. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes until the insides are soft and the skins are crispy.
Adding Toppings
- 3
Prepare the Toppings
While the potatoes are baking, prepare the toppings. Cook the bacon until crispy and crumble it. Slice the green onions.
- 4
Add Cheese and Toppings
Once the potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven. Carefully scoop out some of the potato flesh, leaving a small border around the skin. Fill each skin with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sliced green onions.
- 5
Final Bake
Return the filled potato skins to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 6
Serve
Remove the potato skins from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve with sour cream on the side for dipping.