Beef Chili 'n Cheddar-Topped Potatoes

By tori420d

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
• 4 medium baking potatoes (8 ounces each)
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 can (15 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained
• 1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions
• 1/2 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from beefitswhatsfordinner.com

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions

Pierce potatoes in several places. Microwave on HIGH 11 to 13 minutes or until tender, rearranging once. Let stand 5 minutes.

Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add ground beef; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking into 3/4-inch crumbles and stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet with slotted spoon; pour off drippings. Return beef to skillet; stir in chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Add beans and 1 cup cheese; cook and stir until heated through.

Cut a slit lengthwise in potatoes; fluff potatoes with fork. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Spoon beef mixture evenly over potatoes; sprinkle with green onions and 1/2 cup cheese.