Easy Potato Skins Recipe
"I’ve spent many a pub happy hour pondering whether loaded potato skins could be considered a proper dinner. After all, they’re a vegetable covered with meat, herbs, and dairy, no? Whether you have these for dinner or serve them at your next party, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a crispy potato skin loaded with bacon and cheese, served with a cold beer. What to buy: Look for potatoes in 5-pound bags, as they tend to be smaller in size than loose potatoes. Avoid green-spotted or sprouted potatoes—they contain the bitter toxin solanine. Game plan: Use the leftover scooped potatoes for mashed potato cakes, gnocchi, or potato soup. This recipe was featured as part of our Make Your Own Loaded Potato Skins project...."
INGREDIENTS
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8 (3-inch-long) russet potatoes (about 2 1/4 pounds), scrubbed and thoroughly dried
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/4 stick), melted
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Kosher salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)
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5 to 6 slices cooked, crumbled bacon
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1/3 cup sour cream
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2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
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