Baked potato skins are an American appetizer featuring the skin of a baked potato topped with various fillings. They are commonly served with sour cream, chives, butter, bacon, or chili. Baked potato skins are versatile and can be customized to fit any dietary needs or preferences. With different toppings and fillings, baked potato skins can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of their dietary restrictions. This article will guide you through the steps to create a delicious and healthy baked potato skin recipe that is only 4 Weight Watchers points. Using healthy ingredients and cooking techniques, you can enjoy this crispy and flavorful appetizer without sacrificing your weight loss goals.
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LOADED BAKED POTATO SKINS
Loaded potato skins... This is one of our favorite appetizers. I use the thicker cut of bacon and men always devour them!
Provided by Kimm
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Roasted Potato Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Prick potatoes several times with a fork and place onto a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from the oven.
- When potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them lengthwise and scoop out flesh to within 1/4 inch of skin. Reserve flesh for another use. Place skins back onto the baking sheet.
- Combine olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper in a small bowl; brush over both sides of skins.
- Return to the oven and bake until very crisp, about 10 minutes, turning skins halfway though.
- Sprinkle skins with Cheddar cheese and bacon. Return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted, about 2 more minutes.
- Serve topped with sour cream and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 931.9 calories, Carbohydrate 70.7 g, Cholesterol 120.7 mg, Fat 54.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 41.2 g, SaturatedFat 22.2 g, Sodium 1921.4 mg, Sugar 3 g
WW 4 POINTS - BAKED POTATO SKINS
From Fabulous Fat-Free Cooking. To cut down baking time, you can microwave the scrubbed potatoes for 7 minutes, turning them 4 times for even cooking. Wet the potatoes and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, or until tender. After you've scooped out the potato flesh, save it for another use, such as mashed potatoes or potato pancakes.
Provided by mariposa13
Categories Potato
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Wash and gently scrub the potatoes but don't dry.
- Poke each potatoes several with a fork.
- Place at least 4inches apart on the oven rack and bake for 1 hour, or until tender.
- Remove from the oven.
- Cut each potato in half lengthwise.
- Set aside for 10 minutes, or until cool enough to handle.
- With a large spoon, scoop out the potato flesh, leaving a sturdy shell; reserve the flesh for another use.
- Using kitchen scissors, cut each skin in half lengthwise. Place the potato skins on a baking sheet.
- Coat both sides of each skin with nonstick spray.
- Top each with a half slice of cheese. Broil 4 inches from heat for 4 minutes, or until the cheese partially melts.
- Remove from the oven.
- Transfer the skins to a platter.
- Top with the sour cream and sprinkle with the ham, green peppers, red peppers, tomatoes, and scallions.
- Season to taste with the black pepper.
- 4 Points per serving (4 skins).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 1.4, Sodium 98.2, Carbohydrate 44.4, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 5.4, Protein 5.9
WW SLICED BAKED POTATOES (4 POINTS)
Make and share this Ww Sliced Baked Potatoes (4 Points) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Redsie
Categories Low Protein
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Peel the potatoes if the skin is too tough, otherwise just scrub and rinse them.
- Cut the potatoes into thin slices (but not all the way through - place the handle of a spoon or table knife alongside the potato to prevent the knife from slicing all the way).
- Put the potatoes in a baking dish; slightly fan out the slices.
- Drizzle the potatoes with melted butter and sprinkle with herbs and salt (to taste).
- Bake the potatoes for about 50 minutes.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven, sprinkle with parmesan and cheddar cheese.
- Bake the potatoes for another 10-15 minutes (until they're lightly browned and soft inside, and the cheeses are melted).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.8, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 24.3, Sodium 700.2, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.2, Protein 5.1
SKINNY SKINS (BAKED POTATO SKINS)
Provided by Food Network
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Wrap potatoes in aluminum foil and bake at 400 degrees for approximately 45 minutes, or until tender.Let potatoes cool. When cool, cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out most of the soft center and place in bowl. Set aside.
- Brush the potato skin halves lightly with olive oil or spray with canola oil and place them flat side down on a baking sheet. Put the skins in the oven at 400 degrees and cook until hot and crunchy, approximately 10-15 minutes. Add cucumber, celery, tomato, mushrooms and 3/4 of the chives to the potatoes. Add olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss well.
- Pull the potato skins out of the oven. Fill each potato skin with the potato salad mixture. Top each with a dollop of sour cream, blue cheese crumbles, turkey bacon (if using), remaining chives and a grind of black pepper. Serve immediately.
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes: Russet potatoes are the best choice for baked potato skins because they have a thick, fluffy interior and a crispy skin.
- Scrub the potatoes well: This will help to remove any dirt or debris from the skin.
- Prick the potatoes with a fork: This will help the potatoes to cook evenly.
- Bake the potatoes until they are tender: The potatoes should be cooked until they are easily pierced with a fork.
- Let the potatoes cool slightly: This will make them easier to handle.
- Scoop out the potato flesh: Use a spoon to scoop out the potato flesh, leaving a thin layer of potato skin intact.
- Brush the potato skins with olive oil: This will help to crisp up the skins.
- Season the potato skins: You can season the potato skins with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or any other desired spices.
- Bake the potato skins until they are crispy: The potato skins should be baked until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the potato skins with your favorite toppings: You can serve the potato skins with cheese, bacon, sour cream, chives, or any other desired toppings.
Conclusion:
Loaded baked potato skins are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or game days. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy-to-make appetizer, give loaded baked potato skins a try. You won't be disappointed!
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