Cheesy Potato Skins
These cheesy potato skins are the perfect appetizer or snack! Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and loaded with cheese and your favorite toppings, they’re always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub potatoes clean and pierce each several times with a fork.
- Rub potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until potatoes are soft.
- Let potatoes cool slightly, then cut each in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out the potato pulp, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato inside the skin.
- Place potato skins on a baking sheet.
- Top each potato skin with cheddar cheese and bacon.
- Bake for 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top with sour cream and green onions before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a dollop of salsa or a sprinkle of chili powder before baking.
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