Jason's Deli Style Warm Turkey Loaded Baked Potato
A fluffy baked russet potato generously topped with tender sliced turkey breast, soft steamed broccoli, and melted cheddar. Soothing and soft on a sore throat while delivering 35g of protein.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by DaLynn + Lila
DaLynn created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Knife and cutting board
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For meal prep, bake the potato ahead of time and simply reheat and assemble when ready to eat.
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Instructions
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Next: Scrub the russet potato thoroughly under cool…
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Scrub the russet potato thoroughly under cool…
Scrub the russet potato thoroughly under cool water and pat dry with a clean towel.
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Prick the surface of the potato 4…
Prick the surface of the potato 4 to 5 times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
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Microwave the potato on high for 5…
Microwave the potato on high for 5 minutes, turn it over carefully with tongs, and microwave for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until a knife slides easily into the center with no resistance.
Look for: a knife slides easily into the center with no resistance
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Place the broccoli florets in a small…
While the potato cooks, place the broccoli florets in a small microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon of water, cover with a paper towel, and microwave on high for 90 seconds until very soft and tender.
Look for: very soft and tender
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Warm the sliced turkey breast in the…
Warm the sliced turkey breast in the microwave for 30 seconds until heated through and easy to cut or shred into bite-sized pieces.
Look for: heated through and easy to cut or shred into bite-sized pieces
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Cut a deep split lengthways down the…
Cut a deep split lengthways down the top of the hot potato, gently press both ends toward the center to open it up, and fluff the soft interior with a fork.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Drizzle the olive oil inside the potato
Drizzle the olive oil inside the potato, then layer with warm turkey, tender broccoli florets, and shredded cheddar cheese.
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Cover gently with foil for 1 minute…
Cover gently with foil for 1 minute to allow the cheese to melt smoothly over the warm ingredients before eating.
Allow: 1 minute
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