Crunchy, Cheesy Potato Skins: The Ultimate Recipe

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
7 mins
Total Time:
37 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 6potatoes

  • 1cupvegetable oil

  • 8ouncesshredded Cheddar cheese

  • cupbacon bits

  • 1(16 ounce) containersour cream

Cooking Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.

  2. Pierce potatoes with a fork. Microwave the potatoes on high until they are soft; approximately 10 to 12 minutes.

  3. Cut the potatoes in half vertically. Scoop the inside out of the potatoes, until 1/4 inch of the potato shell remains.

  4. Heat oil to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C) in a deep fryer or a deep saucepan. Place the potatoes in hot oil, fry for 5 minutes. Drain potatoes on paper towels.

  5. Fill the potato shells with cheese and bacon bits. Arrange them in the prepared baking pan.

  6. Bake for 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Serve hot with sour cream.

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Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe6
Calories519
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
33g
42%
Saturated Fat
19g
93%
Cholesterol
75mg
25%
Sodium
361mg
16%
Total Carbohydrate
41g
15%
Dietary Fiber
5g
17%
Total Sugars
2g
Protein
17g
34%
Vitamin C
43mg
47%
Calcium
386mg
30%
Iron
2mg
11%
Potassium
1043mg
22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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