SAVORY POTATO SKINS
For a simple hot snack that really hits the spot on a cool fall evening, put together a plate of these crisp potato skins. -Andrea Holcomb, Torrington, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h20m
Yield 32 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place on a greased baking sheet; bake until tender, 1-1-1/4 hours. Cool slightly., Cut each potato lengthwise in half. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in.-thick shells (save pulp for another use)., Cut each half shell lengthwise into quarters; return to baking sheet. Brush insides with butter. Mix seasonings; sprinkle over butter., Broil 4-5 in. from heat until golden brown, 5-8 minutes. If desired, mix sour cream and chives and serve with potato skins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SAVORY SWEET POTATO SKINS
I prefer my sweet potatoes savory and this is a yummy way serve them. I loved the addition of the bell peppers and chicken. These are hearty enough for a meal, but could be cut into smaller pieces for an appetizer. And there's no such thing as too much cheese!
Provided by Monica H
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 1h50m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven 425. Bake the whole sweet potato until tender (about 30-40 minutes).
- 2. In the meantime, slice bell peppers lengthwise and slightly char them over open flame on stovetop. Set aside.
- 3. Let potato cool (10 minutes). Slowly cut potato lengthwise. Lower oven temp to 350.
- 4. Using a spoon, carefully scoop out potato meat, leaving the skins as in tact as possible.
- 5. Mix the potato with chopped grilled chicken breast, bell peppers, and all spices.
- 6. Layer potato mixture, cheese, potato mixture, then finally cheese, into the potato skins.
- 7. Oil your baking pan. Place potatoes into pan.
- 8. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until cheese is melted and slightly browning.
- 9. Garnish with cilantro and serve with teriyaki sauce on the side.
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