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Cheesy Beef Potato Bake

35-Min Cheesy Beef Potato Bake Disaster Turned Comfort Gold

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A hearty casserole dish with crispy potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese.

  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds russet potatoes, diced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup nacho cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 4 tablespoons mild taco sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (235 degrees C).
  2. Boil potatoes until tender, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
  3. Toss potatoes with oil, 1 tablespoon taco seasoning, and salt. Spread on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake until crispy and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Reduce oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  5. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with remaining taco seasoning.
  6. Layer potatoes in a casserole dish, drizzle with half the nacho cheese, add beef, sprinkle Cheddar, and drizzle taco sauce.
  7. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20 minutes.
  8. Top with sour cream and remaining nacho cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the oven for best texture.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg