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Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowls

Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowls: Customizable Comfort Food Delight

Enjoy Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowls, a hearty and flavorful customizable meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil for a lighter taste
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onion if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic for freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder adjust to spice preference
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional for heat
For the Taco Meat
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or turkey or plant-based meat
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning homemade spice mix optional
  • 1/2 cup Water or Beef Broth for added flavor
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or vegan butter
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or almond/oat milk for non-dairy
  • 1 cup Mild Cheddar Cheese or dairy-free cheese
For Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh
  • 1 medium Roma Tomato diced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1 small Onion diced or pickled
  • to taste Hot Sauce optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Toss sliced russet potatoes with olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Spread the potato slices in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Roasting
  1. Bake potatoes for 45 minutes, flipping every 15 minutes. Increase temperature to 450°F (230°C) and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
Cooking Taco Meat
  1. In a skillet, brown the ground beef, drain excess grease.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning and add water or beef broth, simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Making Cheese Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then whisk in flour.
  2. Gradually stir in milk and cook until it simmers. Mix in cheese until melted.
Assembling Bowls
  1. Divide roasted potatoes into bowls, top with taco meat and cheese sauce.
  2. Garnish with lime juice, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, and hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Optional to add guacamole or sour cream for extra richness.

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