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Cheesy Taco Potatoes

Cheesy Taco Potatoes: Your New Favorite Comfort Food Delight

Cheesy Taco Potatoes are the perfect comforting meal, combining fluffy potatoes with savory taco flavors for a delightful dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 17 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 large Russet Potatoes Any large potato will do!
For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can be substituted with black beans or lentils.
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning Use homemade blend if needed.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitute with Monterey Jack if preferred.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier choice.
  • 1 cup Chopped Green Onions Chives work well if needed.
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Salsa can elevate the flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Black Olives Optional garnish.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Use parsley if preferred.
For Flavoring
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Any cooking oil can be used.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Fork
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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  2. Scrub the potatoes, pierce several times with a fork, rub with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake potatoes directly on oven rack or a baking sheet until tender.
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  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil, add ground beef, and cook until browned. Stir in taco seasoning and let simmer for 5 minutes.
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  4. Carefully remove baked potatoes, slice lengthwise, fluff the insides, and fill with the beef mixture. Top with shredded cheese.
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  5. Bake assembled potatoes for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
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  6. Garnish with sour cream, green onions, diced tomatoes, black olives, and cilantro. Serve warm.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 1200mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Prick potatoes before baking to prevent bursting. Avoid overstuffing for best presentation and flavor. Monitor cheese to prevent burning during melting.

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