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Loaded Potato Skins Ranch

Ultimate Loaded Potato Skins Ranch for Your Next Party

Delight in Loaded Potato Skins Ranch, a customizable and crispy appetizer perfect for game day and parties.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 skinned potatoes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skins
  • 4 large Russet Potatoes Choose large ones for that perfect scoopable shell.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Brush on for added flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Boosts savory taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to your preference.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground is best.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Melts beautifully and provides rich flavor.
  • 6 slices Crumbled Bacon Can be replaced with vegetarian bacon bits.
  • 1 cup Scallions Provides fresh crunch.
For Dipping
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing Consider a vegan ranch for plant-based options.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Skillet
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Pierce each russet potato several times with a fork and place them directly on the oven rack. Bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add diced bacon and cook until crispy, about 7-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving about ⅓ inch of potato in the shell.
  5. Whisk melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Brush this mixture on the potato skins.
  6. Bake the potato skins cut-side up for 10 minutes, then flip and bake for another 5 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Fill potato skins with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon, then bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  8. Sprinkle with fresh scallions and serve hot with ranch dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skinned potatoCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with various toppings like Mediterranean herbs or Buffalo chicken. Great for spontaneous gatherings.

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