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CRISPY POTATO SKINS

The creamy topping on these is so delicious. They’re perfect for snacking on while watching football games.

—STEPHANIE MOON BOISE, ID



START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. • MAKES: 4 SERVINGS


2 medium potatoes

1 tablespoon butter, melted

1/4 cup picante sauce

1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

1/4 cup chopped tomato

2 tablespoons chopped green onion

TOPPING

3 tablespoons mayonnaise

2 tablespoons sour cream

1 tablespoon prepared ranch salad dressing

1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1. Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 400° for 45-50 minutes or until tender. When cool enough to handle, cut each potato lengthwise into four wedges. Cut away the white portion, leaving 1/4 in. on the potato skins.

2. Place potato skins on a baking sheet. Brush butter over shells; top with picante sauce, cheese and bacon bits.

3. Bake potatoes, skin side down, at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and skins are crisp. Sprinkle with tomato and onion. In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients. Serve with potato skins.