Savory Baked Potatoes Stuffed with Meat and Vegetables

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dry the potatoes, then pierce them several times with a fork.
Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
Prepare the Filling:

While the potatoes bake, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground meat until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add diced onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
Season the mixture with garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
Stuff the Potatoes:

Once the potatoes are done, let them cool slightly before slicing them open lengthwise. Scoop out some of the flesh, leaving a sturdy shell.
Mix the scooped-out potato flesh into the meat and vegetable filling. Stir in half the cheese.
Stuff the potato shells with the filling and top with the remaining cheese.
Bake Again:

Return the stuffed potatoes to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:

Garnish with sour cream, chopped green onions, or fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.
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