Do you know what’s better than a perfectly crispy French fry? A Loaded Potato Skin, that’s what. Imagine biting into a crispy, golden-brown shell filled with soft mashed potatoes, gooey cheese, and crispy bacon. It’s a flavor explosion that’s impossible to resist. Whether you like them loaded with all the toppings or simple and classic, Potato Skins have become a beloved appetizer and bar food staple in many countries.
Whether you’re hosting a get-together, enjoying a quiet dinner, or simply looking for a delicious snack, these Loaded Potato Skins are a culinary masterpiece that never fails to impress. Each bite brings an explosion of flavors, with a perfect blend of creamy and crunchy textures that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
What are Loaded Potato Skins?
Loaded Potato Skins are a popular snack or appetizer often served at restaurants and bars. They represent the outer layer of a potato that’s usually removed when preparing the vegetable for various dishes. They are baked or fried till crispy and then filled with various ingredients like cheese, bacon, and sour cream. They can be customized to fit a variety of taste preferences, from spicy to savory, and serve as a versatile platform for various flavors.
Ingredients
- Russet potatoes
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Melted butter
- Bacon
- Olive oil
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
- Garlic powder
- Grated parmesan
- Salt
- Pepper
How to make Loaded Potato Skins
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce them with a fork several times. Place them on a baking sheet.
Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Allow the potatoes to cool for a bit, then cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out the inside, leaving a thin layer of potato on the skin.
Brush the potato skins with olive oil, melted butter, and season with garlic powder, grated parmesan, salt and pepper.
Place the potato skins back on the baking sheet, skin side down, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the edges are golden and crispy.
Remove the potato skins from the oven, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon on top.
Return the potato skins to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Top with sour cream and green onions.
Serve your baked potato skins as a tasty appetizer or snack. Enjoy!
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Loaded Potato Skins
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- Sour cream and green onions for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce them with a fork several times. Place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
- Allow the potatoes to cool for a bit, then cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out the inside, leaving a thin layer of potato on the skin.
- Brush the potato skins with olive oil, melted butter, and season with garlic powder, grated parmesan, salt and pepper.
- Place the potato skins back on the baking sheet, skin side down, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Remove the potato skins from the oven, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon on top.
- Return the potato skins to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Top with sour cream and green onions.
- Serve your baked potato skins as a tasty appetizer or snack. Enjoy!
