Description
Loaded potato skins are crispy, cheesy, and topped with bacon—an easy crowd-pleaser for parties and game day.
Ingredients
6 small russet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
Heat oven to 400°F. Bake potatoes 50 to 60 minutes until tender. Cool 10 minutes.
Cut potatoes in half and scoop out centers (leave 1/4-inch shell).
Brush skins with oil, season with salt and pepper.
Bake cut-side down 10 minutes, flip, bake 8 minutes more until crisp.
Fill with cheese and bacon. Bake 5 minutes until melted.
Top with sour cream and green onions.
Notes
Make-ahead: Bake potatoes ahead; crisp and top right before serving.
Use scooped potato for mashed potatoes!
Tools: Sheet pan, spoon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American