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Cheesy Taco Potato Casserole

A hearty and flavorful casserole combining layers of seasoned ground beef, cheesy potatoes, and a crunchy topping, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound ground beef preferably lean
  • 4 cups potatoes cubed
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
For the Topping
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup tortilla chips crushed
  • 1 cup jalapeños sliced, optional

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent.
  3. Drain any excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning and potatoes, mixing until well combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
Assemble the Casserole
  1. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the potato and beef mixture.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the sour cream and sliced jalapeños (if using). Spread this mixture over the cheese layer.
  3. Top with crushed tortilla chips to add crunch.
Bake
  1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve warm, garnished with additional sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like olives or green onions.

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