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Pulled Pork Ranch Potato Boats

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Crispy baked potatoes filled with tender, smoky pulled pork and creamy ranch dressing, topped with cheddar cheese and optional bacon bits. A perfect easy Super Bowl snack that combines smoky, creamy, and crunchy textures.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Russet potatoes
  • 2 cups pulled pork, shredded
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup bacon bits (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Scrub off any dirt and pat dry.
  3. Prick each potato several times with a fork. Brush the skins with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-55 minutes until the skin is crisp and a fork slides in easily.
  5. While potatoes bake, heat pulled pork gently if leftover. Toss pork in a mixing bowl with ranch dressing and ranch seasoning mix until evenly coated.
  6. When potatoes are done, let cool about 5 minutes. Slice each potato lengthwise down the middle, leaving a hinge to keep the boat shape.
  7. Scoop out most of the potato flesh into a bowl, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato inside the skin. Fluff the scooped potato with a fork if desired.
  8. Mix the scooped potato with some shredded cheddar cheese and a spoonful of ranch dressing if desired.
  9. Fill each potato skin with a layer of cheesy potato mash, then top generously with the pulled pork mixture.
  10. Sprinkle more shredded cheddar on top and scatter bacon bits if using.
  11. Return the loaded potato boats to the oven on the baking sheet. Bake for another 10-15 minutes at 400°F until cheese melts and bubbles.
  12. Remove from oven and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

Brush and salt the potato skins well for crispiness. Scoop potato flesh carefully to keep skins intact. If cheese browns too fast, cover loosely with foil. For quicker prep, microwave potatoes 6-8 minutes before baking. Vegetarian and dairy-free versions possible by swapping pulled pork and dairy ingredients.

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