Paleo Potato Skins

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Try making these paleo potato skins for your next get together with friends and family! Russet potatoes are known to be a natural source of folate, are full of Vitamin C, and are rich in fiber. They are also an excellent source of Vitamins B1, B3, and B6. Mushrooms are great for your heart, increase the absorption of iron, and aid in weight loss. Bell peppers are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and Vitamin A. Adding in onion to this recipe will help reduce inflammation throughout the body, improve immunity, and lower triglycerides. If desired, pair with your favorite paleo-friendly sauce and enjoy!

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium russet potatoes

  • 5-6 slices of bacon

  • 2 medium onions, sliced

  • ¼ cup mushrooms, sliced

  • ½ red bell pepper, sliced

  • ¼ cup paleo-friendly cheese (see Miss Alexa’s approved dairy-free products here: https://www.missalexanutrition.com/fermented-foods)

  • 2 ½ tbsp coconut oil

  • Freshly chopped cilantro (for garnish)

  • Dash of sea salt

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 400F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.

2) Melt 1 tbsp of coconut oil and coat each potato. Sprinkle each potato with sea salt.

3) Bake potatoes in the oven for 60 minutes until soft on the inside.

4) While the potatoes bake, heat skillet over medium-low heat and add 1 tbsp of coconut oil to melt. Add in onions, mushrooms, and bell pepper. Sprinkle with sea salt and stir gently for 25 minutes. Once cooked all the way, remove from heat and set aside.

5) In a separate skillet, cook bacon over medium heat. Once crisp and fully cooked, remove and combine with cooked vegetables.

6) Once potatoes are done, let them sit until fully cooled. Cut each in half and scoop out the inside, leaving a thin layer on the inside of each skin.

7) Coat each potato skin with remaining ½ tbsp of melted coconut oil and a sprinkle of sea salt. Place face up on baking sheet and bake for 4-5 minutes. Flip them face down and bake for another 4-5 minutes.

8) Remove from oven and turn on broiler. Fill each potato skin with bacon and vegetable mixture and top each with paleo-friendly cheese. Next, place potato skins under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until crisp.

9) Remove from heat, garnish with cilantro, and serve immediately. Enjoy!