Steak Bites Loaded Potatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Potatoes
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4 large russet potatoes
→ Steak
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1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup sour cream
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¼ cup green onions, chopped
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¼ cup cooked bacon bits (optional)
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1 tablespoon butter
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub potatoes under running water and pat dry. Prick each potato several times with a fork. Rub skins with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, until fork-tender.
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While potatoes are baking, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season sirloin pieces with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add steak to the skillet in a single layer. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Once potatoes are baked, carefully slice them open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Add a tablespoon of butter to each potato and gently mash the interior.
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Top each potato with a generous amount of cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt slightly. Layer with cooked steak bites, followed by sour cream, chopped green onions, and bacon bits if using.
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Return the assembled potatoes to the oven for 5 minutes to heat the toppings through. Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions if desired.
# Notes:
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For a crispier potato skin, rub with kosher salt before baking and increase oven temperature to 425°F for the first 15 minutes.