**Fiesta Taco Potato Cake Bruschetta: A Flavorful Fusion of Mexican and Italian Cuisines**
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey that harmoniously blends the vibrant flavors of Mexican and Italian cuisines. This innovative recipe showcases a delectable fusion of classic taco fillings, crispy potato cakes, and the quintessential Italian bruschetta. Savor the tantalizing flavors of seasoned ground beef, zesty salsa, creamy guacamole, shredded cheese, and refreshing pico de gallo, all nestled atop crispy potato cakes and toasted baguette slices. Get ready to embark on a taste adventure that celebrates the best of both worlds, offering a unique and satisfying treat for your taste buds.
FIESTA TACO CASSEROLE
Have a flavor fiesta with taco fixin's baked into a casserole.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Stir in beans and 1 cup salsa. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
- In ungreased 2-quart casserole, place broken tortilla chips. Top with beef mixture. Sprinkle with onions, tomato and cheese.
- Bake uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Arrange tortilla chips around edge of casserole. Serve with lettuce and additional salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 7 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1540 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 g
FIESTA TACO POTATO CAKE BRUSCHETTA
Ready, Set, Cook! Special Edition Contest Entry: This recipe is a festive take on Mexican bruschetta using potatoes as the base with a lively colorful corn/black bean topping.
Provided by patcook1
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 12 potato cakes, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine corn, black beans, red bell peppers, green onions and tomato. In a small bowl, place cumin, sugar, 1/4 t. Kosher salt, and 1/8 t. black pepper. Whisk in vinegar and 1/2 t. canola oil; stir mixture into vegetables; set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together hash brown potatoes, garlic, 2 T. cilantro, yellow onion, taco seasoning, remaining 1 t. Kosher salt and 1/4 t. black pepper. Mix in eggs and flour. In a large non-stick saute pan or skillet, heat canola oil and butter over medium-high heat, using 1 tablespoon of each at a time. Spoon 6 mounds of potato mixture, using 2 generous tablespoons for each into heated oil mixture. Fry several minutes until golden brown and crisp on underside; flip over and fry until golden and crisp.
- Drain on paper toweling. Repeat with remaining oil and butter and potato mixture, making 6 more mounds; drain on toweling.
- Spoon corn/bean mixture evenly over each potato cake. Divide crumbled goat cheese evenly over cakes and sprinkle with remaining 1 T. chopped cilantro. Place potato cake bruschettas onto a serving platter.
COPYCAT TACO BELL CHEESY FIESTA POTATOES
Boring roast potatoes get a kick in the butt! Seasoned with some chiles and specially roast so they end up extra crusty, the toppings are the icing on the cake!
Provided by EmKenBken
Categories Potato
Time 2h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Make seasoning oil:.
- In a large bowl combine Fiesta Seasoning Oil ingredients, stirring well to combine.
- For Potatoes:.
- Place potatoes into a large pot of lukewarm water. Add salt. Bring to a simmer over high heat. Cook until potatoes are softened, but not fully cooked, 10 to 12 minutes total. Drain potatoes through colander, shaking a few times to release steam and soften edges. Allow to rest 5 minutes.
- Gently toss boiled potatoes in bowl with Fiesta Seasoning Oil coating thoroughly. Divide potatoes evenly between two rimmed baking sheets. Cook, tossing potatoes once, and rotating baking sheets; until potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, 25 to 30 minutes. Meanwhile make Nacho Cheese sauce.
- Nacho Cheese Sauce:.
- In a large saucepan over medium, heat oil. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally until onion has softened about 5 to 7 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk, tomato paste, and vinegar, until well combined; allow to steep for 20 minutes.
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine grated cheeses, Place a fine mesh strainer over the bowl containing the cheese. Strain milk mixture into the bowl. Discard solids from strainer.
- Using a wooden spoon stir cheese mixture until smooth and saucy. If cheese doesn't melt completely, set bowl over a pot of simmering water and stir until cheese melts and mixture comes together.
- Top Copycat Taco Bell Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes with 3 cups Nacho Cheese Sauce, Sour Cream, tomatoes and pico de gallo if desired. Serve immediately.
FIESTA BRUSCHETTA
This is a favorite recipe though simple to make.Try it as a side dish to summer grills or as a first-course to a casual party.The recipe originally came from a cookbook called " Just The Best" Published by some of Canada's top food writers.
Provided by Dotty2
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425F(220C).
- combine tomatoes, garlic, green onions,olives and oregano.
- Cut bread in half lenthwise.
- Sprinkle halves with Monterey Jack cheese.
- Spoon on tomatoe mixture.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.3, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 37.2, Sodium 778.7, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 2.1, Protein 18.2
Tips:
- To save time, you can use pre-made mashed potatoes or store-bought taco seasoning.
- If you don't have any taco seasoning, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- For a vegetarian version of this recipe, you can use crumbled tofu or tempeh instead of ground beef.
- To make these potato cakes ahead of time, cook them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat them in a preheated oven or toaster oven until they're warmed through.
- For a fun presentation, you can serve these potato cakes on a bed of shredded lettuce or chopped tomatoes. You can also top them with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.
Conclusion:
Fiesta Taco Potato Cake Bruschetta is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or party snack. The combination of crispy potato cakes, flavorful taco filling, and fresh toppings is sure to be a hit with everyone. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more. So next time you're looking for a fun and festive recipe, give Fiesta Taco Potato Cake Bruschetta a try!
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