Beef Chili 'n Cheddar Topped Potatoes

==Description==
Beef Recipes by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe
* Serves: 4
==Ingredients==
* 1½ pounds ground beef
* 4 medium baking potatoes (8 ounces each)
* 1 tablespoon chili powder
* ½ teaspoon salt
* 1 can (15 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained
* 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
* salt and pepper
* ¼ cup sliced green onions
* ½ cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
==Directions==
# Pierce potatoes in several places.
# Microwave on high 11 to 13 minutes or until tender, rearranging once.
# Let stand 5 minutes.
# Meanwhile brown ground beef in large nonstick skillet over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is not pink, breaking up into ¾-inch crumbles.
# Pour off drippings; stir in chili powder and ½ 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 ½ cup cheese.
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Category:Main Dish Meat Recipes
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