Delicious Loaded Potato Bowls: Crispy & Cheesy Family Fun

These Loaded Potato Bowls are crispy and cheesy, perfect for a customizable family meal that pleases everyone, even picky eaters.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Crisping Time 15

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crispy Potatoes

4 medium Russet Potatoes Thinly sliced
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Use sparingly for less heat

For the Savory Taco Meat

1 pound Ground Beef 80/20 or 85/15
1 medium Yellow Onion Reserve some for topping
2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Homemade or gluten-free
1/2 cup Water or Beef Broth

For the Creamy Cheese Sauce

2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil or ghee
2 tablespoons All-purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour
1 cup Whole Milk Almond or oat milk as substitutes
2 cups Mild Cheddar Cheese Freshly grated

For Toppings

2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
1 medium Roma Tomato Chopped
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
1 medium Yellow Onion Reserved slices
to taste Hot Sauce e.g., Taco Bell sauce
to taste Optional Toppings Sour cream, jalapeños, avocado, guacamole

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
large skillet
saucepan
spatula
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and slice Russet potatoes and toss with olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
Bake seasoned potato slices for 45 minutes, flipping every 15 minutes for even cooking.
Increase oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until crispy.
In a skillet, brown ground beef, sauté with yellow onion, then add taco seasoning and water or broth. Simmer until thickened.
Prepare cheese sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, adding milk, then stirring in cheddar until smooth.
Assemble potato bowls with crispy potatoes, taco meat, cheese sauce, and fresh toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure potatoes are not overcrowded for best crispiness. Grate fresh cheese for smoother melting. Store components separately if prepping ahead.

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