Grilled Potato Skins with Creamy Topping

Name: Grilled Potato Skins with Creamy Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Appetizers, Comfort Food Recipes
Ingredients: 2 medium potatoes; 1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted; 2 tablespoons picante sauce; 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 tablespoon real bacon bits; 1/4 cup chopped tomato; 2 tablespoons chopped green onion; TOPPING:; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 1 tablespoon prepared ranch salad dressing; 1-1/2 teaspoons real bacon bits; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

The creamy topping on these potato skins is so delicious. These make an excellent summertime treat alongside your favorite grilled meat. They are especially good with barbecue ribs. If you're not grilling your meal, you can bake these appetizers in a 375° oven for 18-20 minutes. —Stephanie Moon, Boise, Idaho

Ingredients

2 medium potatoes
1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons picante sauce
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon real bacon bits
1/4 cup chopped tomato
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
TOPPING:
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared ranch salad dressing
1-1/2 teaspoons real bacon bits
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Cut each potato lengthwise into four wedges. Cut away the white portion, leaving 1/4 in. on the potato skins. Place skins on a microwave-safe plate.
Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Brush butter over shells; top with picante sauce, cheese and bacon bits.
Grill potatoes, skin side down, uncovered, over medium heat for 4-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Cover and grill 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with tomato and onion. In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients. Serve with potato skins.

Editor's Note

This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts

2 each: 246 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 271mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.

Originally published as Grilled Potato Skins in Simple & Delicious September/October 2006

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katlaydee3

Jun 22, 2015

These are so good, better than any restaurant. I served them as a side with our Father's Day dinner and they were my favorite dish. I used a lasagna size disposable pan to grill them so that I wouldn't lose all the toppings.
Mofuzzy

Aug 7, 2009

These are AWESOME! Love them.. and extremely easy to make.