Meal in a Spud
Transform your dinner routine with "Meal in a Spud," a hearty, all-in-one baked potato recipe that's as comforting as it is customizable. Featuring oven-baked russet potatoes with crispy skins and fluffy interiors, these spuds are loaded with a savory ground beef filling perfectly seasoned with paprika, oregano, and garlic. Topped with gooey cheddar cheese, a dollop of tangy sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, this dish is a flavor-packed meal in every bite. Ready in just over an hour, "Meal in a Spud" is a simple yet satisfying choice for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Perfect for potato lovers, this recipe combines rich textures and bold flavors into a wholesome, delicious experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 piece yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Using a fork, poke several holes in each potato to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Rub each potato with olive oil and place them directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes are baking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and fragrant.
Stir in the paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine the flavors. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Carefully cut a slit lengthwise along the top of each potato and gently push the ends to open them up.
Fluff the potato insides with a fork, then fill the cavity with a generous portion of the cooked beef mixture.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the filling, allowing it to melt from the residual heat of the potato and meat.
Top each stuffed potato with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of green onions.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Meal in a Spud!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.0 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 544 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.6 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1939 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
