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Cheesy Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowl

Cheesy Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowl for a Flavor-Packed Feast

Cheesy Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowl combines crispy potatoes, savory taco meat, and a luscious cheese sauce for an irresistible meal.
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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: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crispies
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes or Yukon Gold for a creamier texture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil as a substitute
For the Savory Meat
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey/plant-based alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning homemade for better control
  • 1 cup Water or Beef Broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
For the Creamy Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend if needed
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or almond/oat milk for a dairy-free version
  • 1 cup Mild Cheddar Cheese or pepper jack for a spicier kick
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice or lemon juice for a different zing
  • 1 medium Roma Tomato optional
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro optional
  • to taste Hot Sauce choose your favorite
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt substitute with dairy-free yogurt for vegan

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prep & Roast Potatoes: Preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and slice russet potatoes. Toss with olive oil and seasonings, arrange on a baking sheet, roast for 45 minutes, flipping every 15 minutes.
  2. Cook Taco Meat: In a skillet, sauté ground beef with onion until browned. Drain grease, add taco seasoning and broth, simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Prepare Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk, whisk until thickened. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
  4. Assemble Bowls: Layer crispy potatoes, top with taco meat, drizzle cheese sauce, finish with lime juice, tomatoes, cilantro, and hot sauce or sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1100mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize toppings and consider make-ahead options for easier weeknight cooking.

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