With the nuts, I generally limp in if I am playing early & min raise if I am late.
The last time I got a decent payout with 4 of a kind was at 5 card draw. I was dealt 4 K's, the other player had 4 2's. We both drew 1 and went for it. I knew I would win the hand but Im sure he felt the same.
Congrats on your win, its a great feeling