Loaded Baked Potatoes with Pulled Meat & Cheese:

 

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Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups pulled pork (or shredded beef/chicken)
• 1 cup BBQ sauce (optional, if using pulled pork)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella (or cheddar, or a mix)
• 2 tbsp butter
• ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Potatoes

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Scrub potatoes clean and pat dry.
   • Rub each potato with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
   • Place on a baking sheet and bake for 50–60 minutes until skins are crispy and insides are soft.

2. Prepare the Filling

   • While potatoes are baking, warm up your pulled pork (or meat of choice).
   • Mix with BBQ sauce if desired.

3. Stuff the Potatoes

   • Once baked, cut a slit on top of each potato and carefully scoop out a little of the inside to make room for filling.
   • Add a small pat of butter inside each potato.
   • Stuff generously with pulled meat.

4. Add Cheese & Bake Again

   • Sprinkle each potato with plenty of shredded mozzarella (or your choice of cheese).
   • Return to oven for 5–8 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

5. Serve

   • Top with sour cream and green onions.
   • Serve hot and enjoy!

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🔥 Would you like me to also give you some creative variations (like a spicy version with jalapeños, or a breakfast version with bacon & eggs)?