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Cheesy Taco Potatoes

Cheesy Taco Potatoes: Comforting Flavor in Every Bite

Cheesy Taco Potatoes are a comforting dish filled with seasoned ground beef and gooey melted cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 large Russet Potatoes Scrub and pierce to avoid explosions while baking.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil A light drizzle is all you need.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Feel free to substitute with 1 can of black beans or 1 cup of cooked lentils for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning If unavailable, use a mix of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can replace with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a twist.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a healthy alternative.
  • to taste Chopped Green Onions
  • to taste Diced Tomatoes
  • to taste Sliced Black Olives
  • to taste Chopped Cilantro

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub the large russet potatoes, pierce with a fork, coat with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef until browned. Mix in taco seasoning and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove the potatoes from the oven, slice them lengthwise, and fill with the seasoned ground beef mixture.
  5. Top the filled potatoes with shredded cheddar cheese and bake again for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Garnish with desired toppings like salsa and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 23gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let baked potatoes cool slightly before slicing to avoid burns. Monitor melted cheese closely while baking.

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