Potato Skins
Potato skins were first popularized in the United States in the 1970s and became a popular appetizer in restaurants and bars.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Potato Skins
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Wash and scrub the potatoes.
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Pierce the potatoes with a fork several times.
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Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
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Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes.
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Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin layer of potato on the skin.
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Brush the potato skins with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
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Place the potato skins back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until crispy.
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Remove the potato skins from the oven and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits.
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Return the potato skins to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
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Remove the potato skins from the oven and top with chopped green onions.
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Serve hot with sour cream on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
