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Cheesy Taco Potato

Cheesy Taco Potato: The Ultimate Comfort Food Delight

This Cheesy Taco Potato combines tender potatoes, seasoned beef, and gooey cheese for a comforting dish that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound ground beef substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 4 cups diced potatoes sweet potatoes for a sweeter profile
  • 1 packet taco seasoning homemade seasoning can elevate freshness
  • 1 can diced tomatoes canned or fresh work well
  • 1 cup diced onions red onions offer a milder taste
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese blend with pepper jack for extra heat
  • 1 cup sour cream for topping
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil for different flavor
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro for garnish
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup diced jalapeños for a spicy kick
  • 1 can black beans add extra fiber
  • 1 whole sliced avocado for topping

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté diced onions for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet and cook for 7-10 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes; simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, toss diced potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Spread seasoned potatoes in a greased baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Layer the beef mixture over the baked potatoes and sprinkle shredded cheddar on top.
  8. Bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.
  10. Top each serving with sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Toss diced potatoes with cornstarch for extra crispiness and consider using plant-based meat alternatives for a vegetarian dish.

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