I wanted to make a version of these with ingredients most people have on hand. We make a meal out of these skins, but they're also great for parties as appetizers. —Phyllis Douglas, Fairview, Michigan
Taco Tater Skins
Taco Tater Skins
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
1 hour 5 min
Yield
2 dozen
Ingredients
- 6 large baking potatoes (about 13 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 15 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
- 3 green onions, chopped
- Optional: Salsa and sour cream
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°. Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place on a baking sheet; bake until tender, 60-70 minutes. Cool slightly. Reduce oven setting to 350°.
- Cut potatoes lengthwise into quarters; remove pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell (save pulp for another use). Mix melted butter and seasoning; brush over both sides of potato skins. Place on greased baking sheets, skin side down. Sprinkle with cheese, bacon and green onions.
- Bake until cheese is melted, 5-10 minutes. If desired, serve with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
1 piece: 153 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 227mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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