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Crispy Loaded Potato Skins with Bacon and Cheese

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy loaded potato skins filled with smoky bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and topped with green onions and sour cream. Perfect for game day snacks or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 6–8 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3–4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry the russet potatoes thoroughly.
  3. Prick each potato several times with a fork.
  4. Bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack or a baking sheet for about 45-50 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
  5. Remove the potatoes and let them cool slightly until safe to handle but still warm.
  6. Slice each potato in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, carefully scoop out most of the flesh, leaving about a ¼-inch thick shell.
  7. Brush the potato skins with olive oil on both sides. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Place the potato skins skin-side down on a baking sheet or wire rack. Bake for 10 minutes, then flip them skin-side up and bake another 10 minutes until crisp.
  9. While the skins bake, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
  10. Remove the skins from the oven and fill each with a generous spoonful of shredded cheddar and crumbled bacon.
  11. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Garnish with sliced green onions and add a dollop of sour cream just before serving.

Notes

Use russet potatoes for best crispiness. Avoid overloading skins with cheese and bacon to prevent sogginess. Baking on a wire rack helps keep skins extra crispy. Reheat in oven to maintain texture; avoid microwave. For vegetarian or dairy-free options, substitute bacon and cheese accordingly.

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