Italian Grilled Potato Skins

Submitted by DavidsWife

"This hearty appetizer is a Texas hit!!!"

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 6 medium baking potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1⁄4 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 1 (14 ounce) jar pizza sauce
• 3 ounces packages sliced pepperoni
• 1 1⁄2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend

directions

1. Microwave potatoes on HIGH for 8 minutes, turning once; slice in half lengthwise.
2. Combine oil, garlic and italian seasoning in small bowl.
3. Brush cut surfaces of potato halves with half of the oil mixture.
4. Grill potatoes, cut side down, on a lightly gre4ased grill rack over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes or until tender.
5. Scoop out insides of each potatoe half, leaving a half-inch-thick shell.
6. Brush inside of the potato shell with remaining oil mixture.
7. Spoon sauce into each shell; add pepperoni and cheese.
8. Return potato to the grill and cook 5 minutes more or until cheese melts.
9. Enjoy!

Reviews

[newbride]

I made these last night with steack and grilled zucchini...Yum! I made a few changes, I used bacon instead of pepperoni and added thin sliced green onions and finely chopped red pepper...thanks for the great recipe !