Loaded Baked Potatoes (Printable Recipe Version)
Juicy steak bites over cheesy baked potatoes with sour cream, green onions, and extras. A cozy, satisfying meal that's hard to resist.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
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4 big russet potatoes.
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1 1/4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded.
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1 pound sirloin or flank steak, cut into cubes.
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced.
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1 teaspoon garlic powder.
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika.
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
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1 tablespoon olive oil (for steak).
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1 tablespoon olive oil (for potatoes).
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1/2 cup sour cream.
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1/4 cup butter.
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1/4 cup crumbled bacon (optional).
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Salt and pepper to your liking.
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1/4 cup chopped green onions.
# Steps to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Coat potatoes in oil, sprinkle with salt, and poke with a fork.
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Place the potatoes straight on the oven rack and let them cook for 45 to 60 minutes. They're done when soft.
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Toss steak cubes with all the spices. Brown them in a hot pan with oil for about 4-5 minutes.
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Slice open each potato and fluff up the insides. Add some butter and lightly mash it in.
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Pile on shredded cheese, sour cream, green onion bits, and bacon (if using).
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Spoon steak over the potatoes, sprinkle with parsley, and enjoy!
# Extra Information:
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Feel free to swap in other steak cuts.
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Potatoes can be pre-cooked ahead of time.
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Switch up the toppings however you like.