Mexican Beef Filled Potatoes Recipe

Mexican Beef Filled Potatoes

Created by an 11-year-old cook, these Mexican Beef Filled Potatoes combine crispy baked potatoes, seasoned taco meat, melted cheese, and sour cream into a hearty meal. They are easy to customize and make a fun family dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 6 to 8 Yukon Gold potatoes
• 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup Mexican blend cheese
• 1 carton sour cream

Optional Toppings

• Salsa
• Green onions
• Diced tomatoes
• Black olives
• Guacamole
• Jalapeños

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Wash and scrub the potatoes.
3. Pierce each potato several times with a fork.
4. Place potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until fork tender.
6. Meanwhile, brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat.
7. Drain excess grease.
8. Add taco seasoning and prepare according to package directions.
9. Remove potatoes from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
10. Cut each potato in half lengthwise.
11. Scoop out most of the potato flesh, leaving about a 1/2-inch shell.
12. Reserve the potato filling for mashed potatoes or another recipe.
13. Add a spoonful of sour cream inside each potato shell.
14. Fill with seasoned taco meat.
15. Sprinkle with Mexican cheese.
16. Serve immediately or return to the oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.

Serves: 4 to 6