Cheesy Taco Potatoes
A delicious combination of crispy potatoes, savory ground beef, and melted cheese, perfect for family gatherings or game day snacks.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and small diced
- 3-4 tablespoons oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pound ground beef Can substitute for turkey or a meat substitute.
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Water, as directed on taco seasoning packet
- 8 ounces Mexican shredded cheese
Optional Toppings
- pico de gallo
- guacamole
- sour cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pot, boil the diced potatoes for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and taco seasoning. Add water as directed on the seasoning packet. Mix well.
- Combine the cooked potatoes with the beef mixture until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, you can add fresh herbs like cilantro or chives. Customize by swapping ground beef for turkey or a meat substitute. Pair with fresh pico de gallo or cooling guacamole.