Taco Potatoes: The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup You’ll Make Again and Again
Taco Potatoes are the best of two comfort-food worlds: fluffy baked potatoes topped with savory taco-seasoned ground beef and all your favorite taco fixings. They’re hearty, customizable, and perfect for an easy family dinner or a fun build-your-own meal night.
Ingredients
Taco Potatoes are the best of two comfort-food worlds: fluffy baked potatoes topped with savory taco-seasoned ground beef and all your favorite taco fixings. They’re hearty, customizable, and perfect for an easy family dinner or a fun build-your-own meal night.
Instructions
Potatoes & Beef
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4–6 medium Russet potatoes
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1 lb lean ground beef
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1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning (plus water as directed on packet)
Toppings (use as much or as little as you like)
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Shredded lettuce
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Shredded cheddar cheese
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Sour cream
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Salsa
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Guacamole
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Sliced green onions
Notes
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Bake the Potatoes
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dry the potatoes. Poke a few holes in each potato with a fork, wrap in foil, and bake for 1 hour, or until tender. Carefully remove and let cool slightly. -
Cook the Taco Beef
While the potatoes bake, brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
Add taco seasoning and the amount of water called for on the packet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, until thick and flavorful. -
Assemble the Taco Potatoes
Remove foil from potatoes and cut a slit down the center. Fluff the inside with a fork.
Spoon taco beef into each potato and load up with your favorite toppings. -
Serve
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!