Potato Skins Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Potatoes

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the russet potatoes under cold water, then pierce each potato a few times with a fork. Rub them with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

2. 2

   Bake the Potatoes

   Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

3. 3

   Scoop the Potatoes

   Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut each one in half lengthwise. Scoop out the insides, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato on the skin. Save the scooped potato for another use.

4. 4

   Add Fillings

   Brush the insides of the potato skins with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side down on a baking sheet. Fill each skin with shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits.

5. 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. 6

   Serve

   Remove from the oven and top with chopped scallions. Serve hot with sour cream and ranch dressing on the side.