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Southwest Potato Skins Recipe

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Southwest Sweet Potato Skins Recipe
Southwest Sweet Potato Skins Recipe from under500calories.com

Description

Potato skins are one of the most popular appetizers in America. They are crispy, crunchy, and cheesy. This recipe adds a southwestern twist to the classic potato skins by adding some spice and flavor. The combination of the crispy potato skins, spicy chorizo, creamy cheese, and fresh cilantro will make your taste buds dance with delight.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 1 hour.

Ingredients

  • 6 large baking potatoes
  • 1 pound chorizo sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Potato masher or fork
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Wash the potatoes and pierce each one with a fork a few times. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until they are tender.
  3. Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato flesh in the skin.
  4. In a saucepan, cook the chorizo sausage until it is browned and crumbled.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the chorizo, shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  6. Using a potato masher or fork, mash the scooped-out potato flesh until it is smooth.
  7. Add the mashed potato flesh to the chorizo mixture and stir until well combined.
  8. Spoon the mixture back into the potato skins, dividing it evenly among all the skins.
  9. Place the filled potato skins back on the baking sheet and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

Notes

You can customize this recipe by using different types of cheese, adding diced tomatoes or jalapeños, or using a different type of sausage or meat.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 12 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 10g
  • Fat: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 380mg

Recipe Tips

  • Be sure to pierce the potatoes with a fork before baking them to prevent them from exploding in the oven.
  • You can make the potato skins ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
  • If you want to make this recipe vegetarian, you can substitute the chorizo sausage with soy chorizo or another vegetarian meat substitute.

Enjoy these delicious southwest potato skins with your friends and family at your next party or gathering. They are sure to be a hit!


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