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baked taco taters

Recipe by
Sharon Whitley
Houston, TX

Add a twist to a burger, hot dogs, or just a snack. Easy and baked --not fried.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For baked taco taters

  • 4 md
    russet potatoes
  • 1 pkg
    taco seasoning mix
  • 3 Tbsp
    corn meal
  • 1/4 c
    olive or vegetable oil

How To Make baked taco taters

  • 1
    Heat oven to 450F. Pierce potatoes with fork; place on microwavable paper towel or roasting rack in microwave on high 6-8 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking, until almost tender.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, in large resealable food storage plastic bag, mix taco seasoning mix and cornmeal.
  • 3
    Cut cooked potatoes lengthwise into quarter; place in large shallow dish. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. With large slotted spoon, place potatoes in plastic bag with seasoning mix; shake to coat. Arrange potatoes in single layer on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • 4
    Bake 8 minutes or until golden brown and tender. Serve with salsa if desired.
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