Description
Taco Potatoes combine the best of two comfort foods: fluffy baked potatoes and flavorful taco ingredients. This dish features tender Russet potatoes filled with seasoned ground beef and topped with a variety of fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole. It’s a satisfying and customizable meal that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 to 6 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
TOPPINGS
- shredded lettuce
- cheddar cheese
- sour cream
- salsa
- guacamole
- green onion
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400° F. Wash potatoes in water, then pat dry with paper towels. Poke a few holes in each potato, then wrap each of them in foil. Bake potatoes for 1 hour. Carefully remove hot potatoes from oven and set aside to cool slightly.
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In a large skillet, brown and crumble ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain grease, if any. Add taco seasoning to beef and amount of water packet calls for. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Remove foil from potatoes then cut a slit in the top to open. Fill each potato with ground beef and all of your favorite taco toppings. Enjoy!
(Serves 4 to 6)
Notes
To ensure the best results, use Russet potatoes for their fluffy texture and crisp skin. For a lighter version, consider using lean ground beef or substituting with ground turkey. The toppings can be adjusted based on personal preferences, making this dish versatile and adaptable to different tastes.