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Crispy Loaded Potato Skins

Four loaded potato skins topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, and fresh green onions.
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Make bar-style potato appetizers at home with these crispy loaded potato skins, filled with cheddar cheese and bacon.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large baking potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and scrub the potatoes. Prick each potato several times with a fork.
  3. Rub the potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack for 50-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  5. Let the potatoes cool slightly until they are easy to handle.
  6. Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh, leaving about a 1/4-inch shell. Save the scooped-out potato flesh for another use, like mashed potatoes or twice-baked potatoes.
  7. Brush the inside and outside of the potato skins with a little more olive oil if desired.
  8. Place the potato skins cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  9. Bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the skins are golden brown and crispy.
  10. Remove from the oven. Fill each skin with crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
  11. Return to the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Garnish with chopped green onions.
  13. Serve immediately with sour cream.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skins, you can lightly brush the inside of the scooped-out skins with melted butter or oil before filling.
  • You can add other toppings like chives, jalapeños, or a dollop of ranch dressing.
  • These are great for game day or any casual gathering. Consider them a delicious alternative to traditional appetizers, similar to how some meal planning services offer variety.

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