Potato Skins Recipe

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Potatoes

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly and poke them several times with a fork. Rub them with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2. 2

   Bake the Potatoes

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

3. 3

   Cook the Bacon

   While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet, drain on paper towels, and crumble into small pieces.

4. 4

   Prepare the Skins

   Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving a thin layer of potato. Brush the potato skins with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Add Cheese and Bacon

   Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese into each potato skin, followed by the crumbled bacon. Place the filled skins on a baking sheet.

6. 6

   Bake Again

   Return the potato skins to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. 7

   Serve

   Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot with sour cream for dipping and a sprinkle of chili powder if desired.