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Taco Topped Potato




Source of Recipe


Pampered Chef / Beanbag's page here at Recipe Circus


List of Ingredients




~A seasoned ground beef mixture is the starting point for two quick family dinners. Serve hearty stuffed spuds with traditional taco toppers the first night and another family favorite the next.~
Taco-Topped Potatoes

4 large baking potatoes (10-12 ounces each)
1/2 recipe prepared Make-Ahead Seasoned Ground Beef (see below)
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded Mexican cheese blend
Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, sliced pitted ripe olives, sour cream and snipped fresh cilantro

1. Scrub potatoes; prick in several places using Hold �N Slice�E Place in Deep Dish Baker. Microwave on HIGH 20-22 minutes or until tender, rotating and turning potatoes after 12 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, prepare ground beef mixture as recipe directs for Make Ahead Seasoned Ground Beef. Add water, chili powder and cumin to half of ground beef mixture remaining in skillet. Cover and simmer over low heat 5 minutes.

3. Split potatoes lengthwise; squeeze gently and fluff with fork. Top with ground beef mixture, cheese and desired toppings.

Yield: 4 servings

Cook's Tips: The Mexican meat mixture is very versatile. For traditional tacos, fill warmed tortillas with the meat mixture. Add shredded Mexican cheese blend, any of the optional toppings and shredded lettuce, if desired.


For taco salads, top torn salad greens with the meat mixture. Add shredded Mexican cheese blend, any of the optional toppings and tortilla chips, if desired.


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