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Cheesy Taco Potatoes Recipe

Cheesy Taco Potatoes Recipe
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Cheesy Taco Potatoes combine baked russet potatoes topped with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh taco-inspired toppings for a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Beef Filling

  • 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

  1. Preheat and Prep Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry. Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
  2. Oil and Season Potatoes: Rub each potato with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Bake Potatoes: Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Cook Ground Beef: While the potatoes bake, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  5. Add Taco Seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning with the amount of water specified on the packet (usually about 2/3 cup). Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend, then remove from heat.
  6. Prepare Potatoes for Filling: Once the potatoes are cooked and cool enough to handle, cut a slit along the top of each and gently squeeze the sides to open them up.
  7. Fill Potatoes: Spoon the seasoned ground beef evenly into each opened potato, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beef.
  8. Melt Cheese: Return the stuffed potatoes to the oven for about 5 minutes or until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.
  9. Add Fresh Toppings: Remove the potatoes from the oven and dollop each with sour cream. Sprinkle chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and chopped cilantro over the top.
  10. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the cheesy taco potatoes immediately while warm and enjoy this comforting, flavorful meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef for a lighter option.
  • Adjust the amount of taco seasoning to taste, depending on desired spice level.
  • Use gluten-free taco seasoning to make the recipe gluten free.
  • For extra cheesy potatoes, add a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Leftover potatoes can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven.

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Keywords: taco potatoes, cheesy potatoes, baked potatoes, ground beef, taco seasoning, Mexican-inspired, quick dinner

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