Taco Spuds

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 15

Taco Spuds with a zesty and fulfilling flavor for dinner tonight

by The Chefin Dinner

Prep

10 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 medium baking potatoes , scrubbed and pricked all over with fork
	1 lb lean ground beef
	1 package McCormick� Taco Seasoning Mix Mild
	3/4 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

322

Sugar

Fat

12g

Taco Spuds are a hearty and filling dinner option that will leave you feeling satisfied. The crispy baked potato serves as the perfect base for the warm and spicy beef and taco seasoning mix. Perfect for when you are craving something a little more exciting than a plain baked potato, these Taco Spuds are a great choice for a busy weeknight dinner. Customize the recipe to your needs by adding sour cream or toppings of your choice.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
2.	Rub potatoes with olive oil and salt and place on baking sheet.
3.	Bake for 45-55 minutes or until tender.
4.	Brown the beef over medium heat in a skillet until no longer pink.
5.	Add McCormick Taco Seasoning Mix Mild and water and cook for 5 minutes.
6.	Once the potatoes are cooked, split them down the center.
7.	Spoon the beef and taco seasoning mix into the potatoes. Serve immediately.

PROS

These Taco Spuds are a fun and delicious twist on traditional baked potatoes.

Easy to make and satisfying, they are a great meal on a busy night.

CONS

These spuds are high in calories due to the addition of beef and seasoning.

They are not recommended for those on a strict diet or watching their calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are high in fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. They also contain antioxidants that protect against cellular damage.
Leans ground beef is a good source of protein and iron. McCormick Taco Seasoning Mix Mild contains chili powder, cumin, and oregano, which all have anti-inflammatory properties and can aid in digestion.