Pioneer Woman Potato Skins Recipe
Do you love crispy, cheesy snacks? You are in for a treat. This Pioneer Woman Potato Skins Recipe is a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
- 6 large Russet potatoes.
- 2 tablespoons of canola oil.
- 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
- 8 slices of cooked bacon.
- 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
- 1/2 cup of sour cream.
- 4 green onions sliced thin.
- 4 tablespoons of melted butter.
Instructions
Bake the Potatoes
- Wash your potatoes very well. Pat them dry with paper towels. Poke holes with a fork. Bake at 400 degrees for one hour. Let them cool for ten minutes.
Slice and Scoop
- Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop the flesh. Leave about 1/4 inch of potato. Do not break the skin.
Crisp the Skins
- Brush both sides with melted butter. Sprinkle them with salt. Place them face down on a tray. Bake for eight minutes. Flip them over carefully.
Add the Toppings
- Fill each skin with cheddar cheese. Crumble the bacon on top. Put them back in the oven. Bake until the cheese bubbles. This takes about five minutes.
Add Fresh Garnishes
- Take the tray out of the oven. Add a dollop of sour cream. Sprinkle fresh green onions on top. Serve them while they are hot.
Notes
- Pick the right potato. Use Russet potatoes for best results. Their skin gets very crispy.
- Don't scoop too deep. Leave a thin layer of potato. This helps the skin hold shape.
- Use cold bacon. It is easier to crumble. Cook it until it is extra crunchy.
- Double bake for crunch. Baking the empty shells is key. It makes them firm and tasty.
- Use fresh cheese. Grate your own cheddar cheese. It melts much better than bagged cheese.
- Oil the skins. Rub oil on the outside before baking. This makes the skin golden brown