Bacon And Cheddar Skins Recipe
Potato skins topped with melted cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon
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Ingredients
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Potato Skins
Toppings
Method
Preparing the Potatoes
- 1
Bake the Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and scrub the Russet potatoes to remove any dirt. Dry them with a paper towel and poke a few holes in each potato with a fork. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender and a fork easily pierces through.
- 2
Cool and Cut the Potatoes
Once the potatoes are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for about 10-15 minutes. Carefully slice each potato in half lengthwise, and scoop out the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato on the skin. Brush the insides of the potato skins with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Assembling and Baking
- 3
Add Toppings
Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese into each potato skin, followed by crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.
- 4
Bake Again
Place the loaded potato skins on a baking sheet and return them to the oven. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- 5
Serve the Skins
Remove the potato skins from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream on the side.