Description
These Cheesy Taco Potatoes are a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of tacos with hearty baked potatoes. Topped with melted cheese and your favorite taco toppings, this recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
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Baked Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Taco Meat:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream
- Sliced green onions
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced black olives
- Sliced jalapeños
- Salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the Potatoes: Scrub the potatoes and dry them. Rub the potatoes with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and pierce with a fork. Bake for about 1 hour or until tender.
- Cook the Taco Meat: In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat. Add the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Assemble: Split the baked potatoes open. Fluff the insides with a fork. Top with taco meat, cheddar cheese, and your favorite toppings.
- Serve: Serve the cheesy taco potatoes hot with additional toppings as desired.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings to suit your taste preferences.
- Feel free to add other taco toppings like guacamole or hot sauce.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with plant-based crumbles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
