These chips can be enjoyed as-is or dressed up with seasoning.

Simply toss baked potato peel chips with seasoning immediately after removing them from the oven.

(If you season before baking, the spices may burn.)

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The only trick is to season them right awaythe seasonings will not adhere well once the chips have cooled.

Thoroughly scrub and dry potatoes.

Fill 2 large bowls with cold water.

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Reserve the peeled potatoes for another use.

(Refrigerate the potatoes, submerged in water, covered, for up to 3 days.)

Drain the peels; pat dry between 2 kitchen towels.

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(You should have about 2 cups potato peels.)

Transfer the peels to a rimmed baking sheet; toss with oil and salt.

Spread in an even layer.

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Bake until lightly golden and crisp, about 18 minutes, stirring once after 10 minutes.

Immediately toss with any desired seasonings.

Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes, on the baking sheet before serving.

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The skin also contains vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants.

Yes, they do.

Yes, you’re able to!

To makepotato peel chips in an air fryer, lightly coat an air-fryer basket with cooking spray.

Place just enough of the potato peels in the basket to form a single layer.

Cook at 400F until crispy, about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Using tongs, carefully remove the potato peel chips from the air fryer to a plate.

Toss immediately with any desired seasonings.

Repeat with the remaining potato peels.

Dice the potatoes and cook them alongside roast chicken, or make a creamypotato soupfor dinner.

Try this recipe withsweet potato peels, which are completely edible and just as delicious as russet potato peels.

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