Cheesy Taco Potatoes Recipe
These Cheesy Taco Potatoes are a delightful twist on traditional baked potatoes, loaded with seasoned ground beef, gooey cheddar cheese, and a variety of colorful toppings. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual gathering with friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Taco Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the potatoes: Scrub the potatoes, pierce them with a fork, rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 45 minutes.
- Cook the beef: Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain fat, add taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Assemble: Cut a slit in each potato, fill with seasoned beef, top with cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Return potatoes to the oven for 5 minutes until cheese melts.
- Top and serve: Add sour cream, green onions, tomatoes, olives, and cilantro on top. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings to suit your taste, adding salsa, jalapeños, or avocado.
- Ensure the potatoes are cooked through by testing with a fork before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cheesy Taco Potatoes, Baked Potatoes, Taco Beef, Cheddar Cheese, Mexican Cuisine
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