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Loaded Potato Skins

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Crispy potato skins filled with cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions, perfect for appetizers.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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

Notes

  • For extra crispy skins, you can brush them with melted butter before baking.
  • You can add other toppings like chives, sour cream, or a drizzle of ranch dressing.
  • These are great for parties and game days.

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