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Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 1 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup sour cream
- salt and peper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet of your favorite taco seasoning
- ½ cup vegetable or beef stock (water may be used)
- 4 small tomatoes, diced (may use canned)
- 1 cup of corn kernels
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 green onions, diced (for garnish, optional)
- Tip for picky eaters: Spread the beef and onion mixture into a 10 inch pie plate,
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