Potato Skin Recipe
Introduction
Potato skins are a delicious appetizer that can be enjoyed at any time. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and they are a great way to use up leftover potatoes. In this recipe, we will show you how to make potato skins that are loaded with cheese, bacon, and sour cream. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.Ingredients
To make potato skins, you will need the following ingredients:- 4 large baking potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
Instructions
Follow these instructions to make potato skins:- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Wash the potatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Poke each potato several times with a fork.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Bake the potatoes for 45-60 minutes or until they are tender.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes.
- Cut each potato in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out the inside of each potato half, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato flesh in the skin.
- Place the potato skins on a baking sheet and sprinkle each one with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Bake the potato skins for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the potato skins from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Top each potato skin with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with chopped chives.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Here is the nutritional information for this potato skin recipe:- Calories: 270
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 27mg
- Sodium: 743mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 25g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 11g
Variations
This potato skin recipe can be customized to your liking. Here are some variations to try:- Swap out the cheddar cheese for pepper jack or mozzarella.
- Add diced jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- Use turkey bacon instead of regular bacon for a healthier option.
- Top the potato skins with diced tomatoes or green onions.
- Instead of sour cream, try using Greek yogurt or avocado crema.