Potato Skins Recipe

Time1h 30m

Serves4

Crispy potato skins topped with cheddar and bacon.

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Prepare Potatoes
Scrub the russet potatoes under cold water to remove dirt. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
3
Bake Potatoes
Prick each potato several times with a fork, then place them directly on the oven rack. Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
4
Cook Bacon
While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble when cool.

5
Cut Potatoes
Once the potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Cut each potato in half lengthwise.
6
Scoop Out Flesh
Scoop out most of the flesh from the potato halves, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato on the skin.
7
Season and Oil
Brush the insides of the potato skins with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
8
Bake Again
Place the potato skins on a baking sheet and return them to the oven. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until crispy.
9
Add Toppings
Remove the potato skins from the oven and sprinkle each with cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Return to the oven for another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.

10
Garnish
Remove the potato skins from the oven and let them cool slightly. Top with sliced green onions and serve with a side of sour cream.