Delicious Loaded Potato Skins Recipe

Learn how to make crispy and cheesy potato skins at home with this easy and delicious recipe. These loaded potato skins are perfect as an appetizer or snack for parties, game nights, or family gatherings. They are filled with bacon, cheese, and sour cream, creating a mouthwatering combination of flavors.

Ingredients

• 4 large baking potatoes
• 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.
3. Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
4. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
5. Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes until they are safe to handle.
6. Once the potatoes have cooled down, cut them in half lengthwise.
7. Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the flesh of the potatoes, leaving about 1/4-inch of potato attached to the skin.
8. Save the scooped-out potato flesh for another use, like mashed potatoes.
9. Brush the inside and outside of each potato skin with melted butter or olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
10. Place the potato skins on a baking sheet, skin side down, and return them to the oven.
11. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and golden brown.
12. Remove the potato skins from the oven and sprinkle them with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
13. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
14. Remove the potato skins from the oven and let them cool slightly.
15. Top each potato skin with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with thinly sliced green onions.
16. Serve the loaded potato skins immediately and enjoy!

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