Extra Crispy Loaded Potato Skins

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still melting well

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while ham can be a more economical option

Select 6 russet potatoes, each no more than one third of a pound, and rinse them thoroughly with a vegetable brush.

Dry the potatoes with a dish towel.

Poke holes 6 to 8 times all over each potato using a fork.

Drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil on each potato and rub it into the skin.

Sprinkle generously with coarse salt and black pepper.

Place the potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a knife easily pierces through the center.

Turn the oven temperature up to 450°F (232°C).

While the potatoes are baking, cook 4 ounces of bacon in a skillet or air fryer, then drain on a paper towel-lined plate and coarsely chop once cooled.

Let the potatoes cool for at least 10 minutes or until safe to touch.

Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides, leaving 1/4 to 1/2 inch of potato flesh next to the skin.

Place the potato skins back onto the baking sheet, scoop side up.

In a medium bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of melted butter, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder, whisking until well combined.

Brush the butter mixture over the insides of the potato halves and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

Return the potatoes to the oven for another 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through.

Turn the potato skins cut side up and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese and the bacon pieces evenly over all of the potatoes.

Return them to the oven for 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Serve the potato skins immediately with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of green onions.

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