Beef, Chili 'N' Cheddar Topped Potatoes

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Servings
   Serves 4

Prep Time
   10 minutes

Cook Time
   20 minutes

Cooking Methods
   Pan Frying or Sauté
   Pan Broiling
   Stir Fry

Beef Types
   Ground Beef
   Miscellaneous Cuts

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 lb. ground beef
• or - 1 package fully cooked ground beef or shredded beef
• 4 medium (8 ounce each) baking potatoes
• 1 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1 can (15 oz.) hot chili beans
• 1-1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese, divided
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions

Instructions

Pierce potatoes with fork. Microwave on high 11-13 minutes or until tender, rotating 1/4-turn after 6 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, in large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink.

Pour off drippings and stir in chili powder and 1/2-tsp. salt.

Add beans and 1 cup cheese. Cook and stir until heated through.

Cut a slit lengthwise in potatoes. Fluff potato with fork. Season potatoes with salt and pepper, if desired.

Spoon equal amounts of beef mixture over each potato. Top with remaining cheese and green onions.

Tips from Our Cook

Your favorite bean can be substituted for the hot chili beans.