π₯©π₯ Philly Cheesesteak Loaded Baked Potato π§πΆοΈπ§
Crispy-skinned baked potato stuffed with buttery mashed insides, topped with seared steak strips, caramelized peppers and onions, and smothered in a melty cheese blend. Gooey, savory, cheesy β this is comfort food with serious attitude π―
π Ingredients:
For the Baked Potato:
2 large russet potatoes
Olive oil + salt (for that crispy skin)
Butter & sour cream (for fluffinβ the inside)
For the Philly Steak Filling:
ΒΎβ1 lb thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin
1 tbsp olive oil
Β½ onion, thinly sliced
Β½ green bell pepper, sliced
Β½ red bell pepper, sliced
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional: splash of Worcestershire sauce
For the Cheese Sauce / Topping:
1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella
Β½ cup cheddar (for that extra flavor hit)
Optional: drizzle of queso or melted cheese blend
π₯ Instructions:
1. Bake the Potatoes:
Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). Scrub potatoes, dry, rub with oil & salt.
Bake for 50β60 mins until fork tender and skin is crisp.
2. Cook the Steak & Veggies:
Heat oil in skillet, sautΓ© onions and peppers until soft & caramelized.
Push veggies aside, sear steak strips with garlic powder, salt, pepper.
Combine with veggies and hit with a splash of Worcestershire if desired.
3. Load It Up:
Split baked potato and fluff insides with butter & sour cream.
Pile on steak and veggie mix.
Top with shredded cheese and broil 2β3 mins to melt (or torch it for drama π₯).
β¨ Itβs juicy, cheesy, melty, and crazy satisfying.
Serve with extra napkins β itβs about to get messy in the best way. ππ€