Description
A hearty and flavorful twist on taco night, Taco Stuffed Baked Potatoes combine crispy baked russets with savory taco-seasoned beef and all your favorite toppings. Comforting, customizable, and perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- Russet Potatoes: 4 large
- Ground Beef: 1 pound
- Onion: ½ cup finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Taco Seasoning: 2 tablespoons
- Tomato Paste: 1 tablespoon
- Water: ¼ cup
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Cheddar Cheese: 1 cup shredded
- Sour Cream: ½ cup
- Salsa: ½ cup
- Chopped Green Onions: ¼ cup
- Cilantro: 2 tablespoons chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub potatoes, pierce with fork, and place on a baking sheet.
- Combine Ingredients: Bake potatoes for 45–50 minutes until fork-tender. Meanwhile, prepare the beef filling.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a skillet, sauté onion for 2–3 minutes, then add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add beef and brown thoroughly.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir in taco seasoning, tomato paste, water, and salt. Simmer until mixture thickens.
- Cook to Perfection: Once potatoes are baked, slice open and scoop out a little flesh to create space.
- Finishing Touches: Fill with taco beef, sprinkle with cheese, and top with sour cream, salsa, onions, and cilantro.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with extra toppings on the side.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes for the best texture and size.
- Season beef well for bold, taco-style flavor.
- Scoop out a little potato to make room for more filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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