Loaded BBQ Bacon Potatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Potatoes
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4 large russet potatoes
→ Meat
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1 lb ground beef
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1 cup barbecue sauce
→ Seasonings
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp black pepper
→ Toppings
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
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1 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
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1 cup chopped green onions
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub and poke the russet potatoes. Bake for 45–60 minutes until tender.
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While the potatoes bake, cook the ground beef in a skillet with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Once browned, stir in the barbecue sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes. Set aside.
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Once baked, let the potatoes cool slightly. Cut in half and scoop out a little of the center to create a pocket.
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Fill each potato with the beef mixture, then top with bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
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Return to the oven for 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with green onions and jalapeños, if using. Serve warm.
# Notes:
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Feel free to use ground turkey or plant-based meat as a substitution.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
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Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F.