Cheddar Oven Baked Potato Skins
Crispy potato skins filled with rich cheddar cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh green onions, perfect for a cozy gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the russet potatoes under cold water, scrubbing off any dirt. Prick each potato multiple times with a fork.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 45 minutes, or until soft and tender.
- Allow the potatoes to cool for a few minutes. Cut each potato in half lengthwise, and scoop out the insides, leaving a small border.
- Brush each potato half with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Return the potato skins to the oven for another 10 minutes until crispy.
- Remove the potato skins and fill them with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Pop them back in the oven for 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Sprinkle with fresh chopped green onions and serve hot!
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using olive oil spray instead of brushing with oil. These potato skins can also be made vegetarian by replacing bacon with vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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