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Cheesy Taco Potatoes

Cheesy Taco Potatoes: A Loaded Comfort Food Delight

Cheesy Taco Potatoes are a delicious comfort food featuring fluffy baked potatoes filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and vibrant toppings for a customizable delight.
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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: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 pieces Russet Potatoes Scrub and pierce before baking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or any cooking oil
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with black beans or lentils
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Also consider Monterey Jack or dairy-free cheese
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a good substitute
  • Chopped Green Onions To taste
  • Diced Tomatoes To taste
  • Sliced Black Olives To taste
  • Chopped Cilantro To taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Fork
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Scrub the russet potatoes under running water. Pierce each potato several times with a fork. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until tender.
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  5. Add taco seasoning according to package instructions and some water. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Once the potatoes are baked, remove and let cool. Cut a slit down the length of each potato and fluff the insides.
  7. Spoon the seasoned ground beef mixture into each potato and top with shredded cheese.
  8. Return the filled potatoes to the oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese melts and is bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and top with fresh toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For crispy skin, bake directly on the oven rack. Monitor cheese while baking to prevent burning. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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