Description
Delight in the crispy, savory goodness of Stuffed Potato Nests with Savory Ground Beef Topping. These golden-brown nests are filled with a flavorful blend of lean ground beef, melted cheese, and spices, making them a perfect choice for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and customizable, these nests invite everyone to enjoy a mouthwatering bite that will leave them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake washed russet potatoes for about 45 minutes until tender. Let cool, then cut in half lengthwise and scoop out some flesh.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix the scooped potato flesh with half of the shredded cheese into the beef mixture.
- Fill each potato shell generously with the beef mixture and top with remaining cheese. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm, garnished with a dollop of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato nest (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg