Taco Potato Shells Recipe

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Taco Potato Shells
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Directions:

  1. Scrub and pierce potatoes.
  2. Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour or until tender.
  3. When cool enough to handle, cut potatoes in half, lengthwise.
  4. Carefully scoop out the pulp, leaving a thin shell, ( refrigerate pulp for another use.).
  5. Brush inside and outside of potato shells with butter.
  6. Place cut side up on an ungreased baking sheet.
  7. Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees for 20 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink.
  9. Drain.
  10. Add tomatoes and taco seasoning.
  11. Bring to a boil.
  12. Reduce heat.
  13. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  14. Spoon into potato shells.
  15. Sprinkle with cheese.
  16. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
  17. Top with sour cream and onions.
  18. Can top with bacon bits, also, if preferred.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 362.73 Kcal (1519 kJ)
Calories from fat 232.66 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 25.85g 40%
Cholesterol 99.4mg 33%
Sodium 197.15mg 8%
Potassium 425.43mg 9%
Total Carbs 6.65g 2%
Sugars 0.8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 0.69g 3%
Protein 26.42g 53%
Vitamin C 2mg 3%
Iron 2.6mg 15%
Calcium 153.8mg 15%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 213.12 Kcal (892 kJ)
Calories from fat 136.7 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15.19g 40%
Cholesterol 58.4mg 33%
Sodium 115.83mg 8%
Potassium 249.96mg 9%
Total Carbs 3.91g 2%
Sugars 0.47g 3%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g 3%
Protein 15.52g 53%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 3%
Iron 1.5mg 15%
Calcium 90.3mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 9.3
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • sugar free

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