Description
A comforting fusion of baked potatoes and taco fixings, perfect for family dinners or solo binge-watching.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Scrub the potatoes thoroughly and poke a few holes in each with a fork.
- Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack for about 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks for 5-7 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat, then add taco seasoning and a splash of water.
- Simmer the mixture for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Slice each baked potato in half and scoop out some insides.
- Load with seasoned beef, then top with guacamole, salsa, and cheddar cheese.
- Optional: Return to oven to melt the cheese.
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro, diced onions, or jalapeños.
Notes
For lower-calorie versions, use less cheese or leaner meat. Feel free to customize toppings according to your preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: loaded potato taco bowl, comfort food, baked potatoes, taco fixings, family dinner