Cheesy Potato Skins are the perfect appetizer for any party! Potato Skins are a great way to kick off any meal. I know when I go out to eat potato skins are always offered.
Prep Time30 minutesmins
Cook Time1 hourhr
Total Time1 hourhr30 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer
Servings: 12people
Author: Melissa Jennings
Cost: $5
Ingredients
6wholesmall baking potatoes
2tablespoonsbuttermelted
2teaspoonsseasoned salt
3tablespoonsgrated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2cupsshredded Cheddar cheese
4stripsbaconcooked and crumbled
1/4cupsour cream for toppingoptional
1 wholediced fresh chives for toppingoptional
Instructions
Lightly grease the outside of potatoes, cut small slit in the top and bake at 425 degrees for 45 minute or until soft.
Let stand until cool enough to handle (about 15 minutes).
Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the cooked potato, leaving a very thin layer of potato (save the cooked potato for mashed potatoes or hash browns).
Brush the outside and inside of skins with melted butter.
Sprinkle the inside with seasoned salt and Parmesan cheese.
Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
Bake for 8 minutes or until crisp and bubbly.
Fill each with Cheddar cheese and bacon.
Bake 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Top with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle of chives if desired.
Notes
To save on cooking time for 45 minutes, prick the potato and place in microwave for 8 minutes or in a potato bag in the microwave. We always serve these for the super bowl.