Taco Loaded Baked Potatoes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - 4 to 6 medium Russet potatoes
03 - 1 ounce taco seasoning mix
04 - ½ cup water
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - ½ cup sour cream
07 - ¼ cup chopped green onions
08 - ½ cup diced tomatoes

# Instructions:

01 - Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly, then pierce each with a fork. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 45-50 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Drain any excess grease.
03 - Stir in the taco seasoning and ½ cup of water. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
04 - Carefully slice open the baked potatoes and fluff their insides with a fork to create a bed for the toppings.
05 - Spoon the seasoned beef onto the baked potato halves. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, and diced tomatoes. Serve immediately while hot.