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Ingredients
- 2 lbs small red potatoes
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix
- 2 T vegetable oil
- 1 cup cooked, shredded pork
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1/4 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup light sour cream
- 1 sliced jalapeno
- chopped parsley for garnish
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