Loaded Potato Nachos Recipe

Name: Loaded Potato Nachos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pounds Ground Beef; 2 whole Very Large Baking Potatoes; Kosher Salt And Pepper To Taste; 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Or Mexican Cheese Blend; 4 whole Green Onions (scallions) Sliced Into Thin Rings; 2 whole Jalapenos, Sliced Thin; 4 strips Crispy Bacon, Crumbled; 8 ounces, weight Sour Cream; 3 Tablespoons Ranch Dressing; 3 Tablespoons Cajun Seasoning

Servings: persons

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A note on the timing: While your potatoes are boiling or baking, you can brown your beef in a small skillet over medium heat, seasoning it with some salt and pepper (or a bit of taco seasoning if you prefer) until almost cooked through.
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Also make your sour cream mixture by combining sour cream, ranch dressing and Cajun seasoning.
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Mix until combined.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Preheat your oven to 400 F.
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Scrub your potatoes clean and blot them dry.
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Slice them lengthwise, leaving skins on, and cutting them into 1/8 inch slices.
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Place your potato slices in the pot of salted, boiling water and boil for 6 minutes.
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Remove them from the water using a slotted spoon.
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Drain and blot dry.
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Grease a baking sheet with a bit of olive oil.
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Season your potato slices with salt and pepper and place them on your baking sheet.
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Bake for 6 minutes, then gently flip them over and bake another 6-10 minutes until done and beginning to crisp.
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Then remove pan from the oven.
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Gently remove potatoes from your baking sheet and arrange your skins in an oven safe frying pan or cast iron skillet.
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Cover with your chosen cheeses and return to your oven (or broiler) until your cheese melts.
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Scatter your ground beef, scallions, jalapenos and bacon over top.
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Place your sour cream mixture in a baggie, snip off a bit of one corner and drizzle over top.
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Serve right away.
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As long as your potatoes were BIG, this will serve 4-6 as an appetizer.
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Note: Often I find Cajun seasoning way to salty (and boy does that say something about the salt love I am) so I combine equal parts of salt free Cajun seasoning and regular seasoning to make my blend.
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Inspired by Vittles & Bits.

721

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pounds Ground Beef, 2 whole Very Large Baking Potatoes, Kosher Salt And Pepper To Taste, 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Or Mexican Cheese Blend, and more.

Yes, Loaded Potato Nachos falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Loaded Potato Nachos

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Variations & substitutions

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