Cheesy Bacon and Chive Potato Skins

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes scrubbed
• 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
• 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
• 1/4 cup chives chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 2 Pierce each potato several times with a fork, then bake directly on the oven rack for 45-50 minutes until tender.
3. 3 Allow the potatoes to cool slightly, then cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato on the skin.
4. 4 Brush the insides of the potato skins with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
5. 5 Place the potato skins on a baking sheet and return to the oven for 10 minutes to crisp up.
6. 6 Remove the skins from the oven and fill each with cheddar cheese and bacon.
7. 7 Return the filled skins to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. 8 Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped chives.
9. 9 Serve with a dollop of sour cream on the side or on top of each potato skin.