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Crispy Loaded Potato Skins Pub Style

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A crunchy, cheesy, bacon-studded snack with perfectly crisp potato skins, melty cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh green onions. Perfect for snack time, game day, or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Pierce each a few times with a fork, then bake directly on the oven rack for 45-50 minutes until tender.
  3. Remove potatoes and let cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, cut each potato in half lengthwise.
  4. Scoop out the flesh, leaving about a 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick layer of potato inside the skins to keep them sturdy. Save the scooped potato for another use.
  5. Brush the potato skins lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika evenly over them.
  6. Place the skins on a baking sheet, skin side down. Bake for 10-15 minutes until they start to turn golden and crisp.
  7. While skins bake, cook the bacon until crisp, then crumble into bite-sized pieces.
  8. Remove skins from oven and flip them over skin side up. Fill each with a generous mix of cheddar and mozzarella cheese, then sprinkle crumbled bacon on top.
  9. Return to oven and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are extra crisp.
  10. Remove from oven, sprinkle with sliced green onions, and serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Notes

Double baking the potatoes ensures crispy skins. Leave a thin layer of potato flesh inside the skins to keep them sturdy. Pat skins dry if soggy before oiling. Flip skins halfway through baking for even crispiness. Avoid microwaving potatoes for best texture. Can substitute turkey bacon or omit bacon for vegetarian version.

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