Loaded Baked Potato with Sausage

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A Loaded Baked Potato with Sausage is a hearty, comfort-food classic featuring a fluffy baked potato split open and generously topped with savory, crumbled sausage, melted cheese, sour cream, and often chives or green onions. This dish is a staple of American casual dining and home cooking, particularly popular in the Midwest and South where potatoes and sausage are dietary cornerstones. It transforms a simple baked potato into a substantial, all-in-one meal.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates from the potato and significant in fat and protein from the sausage, cheese, and sour cream. It provides key nutrients like potassium, vitamin C, and B vitamins, with a typical serving ranging from 600 to 800 calories depending on portion size and toppings.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	720 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	38 g
Fiber	7 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	1250 mg
Potassium	950 mg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Selenium	12 mcg
Iron	3.5 mg
Calcium	220 mg

Per 1 large stuffed potato (about 400 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the ultimate 'stick-to-your-ribs' American comfort food, often found in diners and as a popular game-day meal. Nutritionally, the potato itself is an excellent source of potassium (more than a banana) and vitamin C, though the added toppings significantly increase the sodium and saturated fat content.