Description
A hearty, comfort-food masterpiece that transforms a simple baked potato into a complete meal with tender pulled pork and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes ((about 8 ounces each))
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups cooked pulled pork ((shredded))
- 1 cup barbecue sauce ((your favorite brand or homemade))
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh green onions ((thinly sliced))
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Poke holes in washed potatoes, rub with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 50-60 minutes until tender.
- Combine pulled pork and barbecue sauce in a bowl. Heat gently until warm.
- Slice baked potatoes lengthwise, fluff the inside, and divide the pork mixture evenly among them.
- Top generously with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Return to oven for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F covered with foil for 15-20 minutes. Do not freeze assembled potatoes.