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Cheesy Taco Potatoes

Cheesy Taco Potatoes: Your New Favorite Comfort Food

Cheesy Taco Potatoes are a comforting twist on traditional tacos, combining fluffy russet potatoes with seasoned ground beef and melted cheddar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 large Russet Potatoes Scrubbed clean
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For rubbing on potatoes
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with black beans or lentils
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Or Monterey Jack or vegan cheese
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can use Greek yogurt as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Green Onions Optional
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Pico de gallo can be a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Black Olives Optional
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Can substitute with parsley
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Fork
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub the large russet potatoes under cold running water. Pierce each potato several times with a fork and rub with olive oil, seasoning generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the prepared potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks for about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and stir in taco seasoning.
  5. Slice each potato lengthwise, fluff the insides with a fork, and fill with the seasoned beef mixture.
  6. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of each filled potato and return to the oven for 10-15 minutes to melt.
  7. Garnish with salsa, sour cream, and chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, assemble but do not bake, and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.

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