Instructions

1. Bake the Potatoes

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Rub potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

Bake for 50–60 minutes until fork-tender.

Let cool slightly.

2. Cook the Steak

Season steak with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil.

Sear steak 3–4 minutes per side (or desired doneness).

Rest for 5 minutes, then cut into small bite-sized cubes.

3. Prepare the Filling

Slice potatoes in half lengthwise.

Scoop out most of the potato flesh into a bowl, leaving a thin shell.

Mash potato flesh with butter, sour cream, milk, cheddar cheese, mozzarella, half the bacon, and half the green onions.

Season with salt and pepper.

4. Stuff the Potatoes

Fill each potato shell with the mashed mixture.

Top with additional cheddar cheese.

5. Second Bake

Return potatoes to the oven.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Finish

Top with steak cubes.

Sprinkle remaining bacon, green onions, and parsley.

Serve hot.

Optional Steakhouse Sauce

Mix:

¼ cup sour cream

1 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tsp Dijon mustard

½ tsp garlic powder

Splash of lemon juice

Drizzle over the potatoes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 1 hr 20 min
Servings: 4

These loaded potatoes are packed with creamy mashed potato, melted cheese, crispy bacon, and juicy steak bites—perfect as a main dish or hearty side. 🍽️🥔🥩🧀