Taco Potato Bowls with Cheese (Printer-Friendly)
Crispy potatoes, flavorful taco meat, gooey cheese sauce, and fresh toppings create a bold, satisfying dinner.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Roasted Potatoes
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900 g Russet potatoes, peeled, rinsed, and cut into bite-sized pieces
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30 ml olive oil
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5 g garlic powder
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5 g onion powder
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5 g paprika
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10 g salt
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2.5 g ground black pepper
→ Taco Meat
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900 g lean ground beef
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30 g taco seasoning
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240 ml water
→ Cheese Sauce
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350 ml evaporated milk
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150 g freshly grated sharp Cheddar cheese
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150 g freshly grated Pepper Jack cheese
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115 g canned diced green chiles
→ Suggested Toppings
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Pico de Gallo
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Guacamole
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Sour cream
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Salsa
# Steps to Prepare:
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Preheat oven to 200°C. In a large bowl, toss potato pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Arrange potatoes in a single layer on a greased baking tray.
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Roast potatoes in the oven for 25–30 minutes or until golden and tender, tossing halfway through for even cooking.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown and crumble the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat, add taco seasoning and water, and simmer on low for 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
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In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine evaporated milk, Cheddar cheese, Pepper Jack cheese, and diced green chiles. Stir constantly until cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Divide roasted potatoes among six serving bowls. Top with taco meat and drizzle generously with cheese sauce. Serve immediately with desired toppings such as Pico de Gallo, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Store assembled bowls without fresh toppings in airtight containers for meal prep. Add toppings just before serving to retain freshness and texture.
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Vegetarian or vegan swaps include substituting ground beef with crumbled tofu, lentils, or plant-based proteins, and using dairy-free cheese alternatives.
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Enhance spice by adding chopped jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the taco meat or cheese sauce.