Description
A delicious loaded potato dish featuring steak, bacon, and cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Large Russet potatoes
- 1 pound Steak (e.g., ribeye or sirloin), diced
- 8 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1/2 cup Green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 4 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes:
– Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
– Scrub the potatoes under running water and dry them thoroughly.
– Pierce each potato several times with a fork.
– Rub potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
– Place potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45-60 minutes or until tender. - Cook the Steak:
– While the potatoes bake, season the diced steak with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
– Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of olive oil.
– Add the steak pieces and cook until browned on all sides and cooked to your preference (about 4-6 minutes).
– Remove steak from the skillet and set aside. - Cook the Bacon:
– Cook bacon slices in a separate skillet or oven until crispy.
– Drain on paper towels and crumble into bits. - Assemble the Loaded Potatoes:
– Once potatoes are done, remove from the oven.
– Slice each potato open lengthwise and fluff the inside with a fork, placing a tablespoon of butter inside each.
– Evenly distribute and mix in the steak, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream.
– Sprinkle chopped green onions on top for garnish. - Final Steps:
– You may return the assembled potatoes to the oven for a few minutes to melt the cheese if desired.
Notes
- You can use different types of cheese, like Monterey Jack or mozzarella, for variation.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of paprika.
- Leftover steak can be a great addition, just warm it up before using.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato