Loaded Potato Skins

7 steps. Take it one step at a time.

1. 01

   Preheat your oven

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry. Prick them several times with a fork.

2. 02

   Place potatoes directly

   Place potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the skins are crisp and the insides are tender.

   45 min
3. 03

   Remove from oven and let cool

   Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (232°C).

   10 min
4. 04

   Cut potatoes in half lengthwise

   Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato attached to the skin. Brush both sides of the skins with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

5. 05

   Place the skins cut-side down

   Place the skins cut-side down on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, flip them over, and bake for another 5 minutes until crispy.

   15 min
6. 06

   Fill the hollowed skins

   Fill the hollowed skins with shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted.

   3 min
7. 07

   Remove from oven and top each skin

   Remove from oven and top each skin with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of sliced green onions before serving.