Ingredients
- 4 baking potatoes
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¼ cup chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons butter, or as needed
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
Why You'll Love Making This
Helpful Tips For Cooking
- Make sure to cook the potato fully before stuffing to avoid a hard center.
- Warm the taco filling before adding it to the potato so everything is hot and tasty.
Step 1
Lightly heat your oven to 350°F. While it’s warming up, poke the potatoes a few times with a fork, then pop them on a baking sheet. Let them bake for about an hour and a half, or until they’re nice and tender when you squeeze them gently.
Step 2
Meanwhile, warm up a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in the ground beef along with chopped onion, garlic, and your spices—salt, chili powder, cumin, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Cook everything together, breaking up the meat with your spoon, until it’s browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes. If it starts sticking, splash in a little water. When the beef is done, drain off any excess grease.
Step 3
Once the potatoes are ready, slice them open and spread some butter inside while they’re still hot. Pile on the seasoned beef, then sprinkle with cheese, add a dollop of sour cream, and finish with a spoonful of salsa. Serve and enjoy!
