BAKED POTATO SKINS

By Marinel

Both crisp and hearty, this snack's one that is often requested by my family.

Ingredients

• 4 large baking potatoes, baked
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 4 green onions

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise; scoop out the pulp, leaving a 1/4-in shell (save pulp for another use).

2. Place potato skins on a fgreased baking sheet.

3. Combine oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic powder, paprika and pepper; brush over poth sides of skins.

4. Bake at 475 degrees for 7 minutes; turn.

5. Bake until crisp, about 7 minutes more.

6. Sprinkle bacon and cheddar cheese inside skins. Bake 2 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted.

7. Top with sour cream and onions.

8. Serve immediately.