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This tasty appetizer makes good use of potato skins.

Ingredients:

6 large baking potatoes, baked
5 Tblsp. butter, melted
2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 – 2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. lemon pepper

Once the potatoes are cooled, slice them lengthwise and scoop the insides out, leaving 1/4″-1/2″ shell, saving the pulp for another use. Slice each shell lengthwise then, using a pastry brush, apply the melted butter to the insides. Combine the salt, garlic powder and lemon pepper, then sprinkle over the buttered skins. Place seasoned skins on a broiler pan and broil until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Optional: You may add the following toppings to the serving area for your guests; sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, chopped green onions.

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Have a Fiesta with this great appetizers recipe!

Ingredients:
1/2 lb. Mexican flavored cheese, cubed
4 oz. processed cheese spread
1/2 lb. hickory smoked cooked bacon, crumbled
1 cup chopped green onions, including tops
1 cup med-hot salsa

Put ingredients in a Pyrex bowl in order given and microwave until cheese is melted, stirring every 2 minutes. Total time approx. 5-7 minutes. Makes about 1 1/2 cups of dip. This can be served with Tortilla chips or assorted vegetables.

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