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Savory Loaded Baked Potato with Juicy Steak

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A quick and comforting dinner featuring crispy baked russet potatoes loaded with melted cheddar, crispy bacon, sour cream, and green onions, paired with a juicy, perfectly seasoned steak.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large russet potatoes
  • Olive oil (for coating skins)
  • Coarse sea salt
  • 12 oz sirloin or ribeye steak, about 1-inch thick
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Optional: 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub russet potatoes, pat dry, prick with a fork several times. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with coarse salt. Place on baking sheet and bake 45-55 minutes until skins are crispy and insides soft.
  2. Pat steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot (3-5 minutes). Add olive oil and swirl to coat. Sear steak without moving for 3-4 minutes until deep brown crust forms. Flip and sear other side for 3-4 minutes for medium-rare.
  4. Remove steak from pan, loosely cover with foil, and rest for 5-10 minutes to redistribute juices.
  5. While steak rests, crisp bacon and crumble it. Shred cheddar cheese and slice green onions.
  6. Slice baked potatoes open lengthwise, fluff insides with fork. Pile on cheddar, bacon, sour cream, and green onions. Optionally, return to oven for 5 minutes to melt cheese.
  7. Slice rested steak thinly against the grain. Serve slices atop or alongside loaded baked potatoes. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check steak doneness (130°F for medium-rare). Let steak rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Coat potato skins with olive oil and salt for crispy texture. You can prepare steak ahead and finish in oven while potatoes bake. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese and sour cream alternatives and plant-based bacon. For vegetarian, substitute steak with grilled portobello mushrooms or marinated tofu.

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