Makeover Stuffed Potato Appetizers

Directions

1. 1
   Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or just until tender.
2. 2
   Drain.
3. 3
   When cool enough to handle, cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp, leaving thin shells.
4. 4
   Remove 1/3 cup pulp (discard or save for another use).
5. 5
   In a large bowl, mash the remaining pulp with cream cheese.
6. 6
   Add sour cream and half of the bacon. Stir in the cheeses, green onions, salt and pepper; spoon into potato shells.
7. 7
   Place in a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with remaining bacon.
9. 9
   Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.