tacos

1 package ground beef
1 packet of taco seasoning mix
Taco shells, tortillas, tortilla chips or tostadas
grated cheese – cheddar or Mexican cheese mix
tomatoes – diced
lettuce
salsa
Optional items: chopped jalapenos, guacamole, sour cream, green peppers

1. Defrost ground beef, then brown over medium heat in a frying pan.
2. Add taco seasoning mix per instructions on packet (2/3 cup water and seasoning), stir together until meat thickens (for about 7-10 minutes).
3. While meat is cooking, prep vegetables and additional items.
4. Put shells or tostadas onto cookie sheet and put in the oven preheated to 350ºF. Heat for 2-3 minutes. Microwave tortillas for 30 seconds or warm in frying pan.
5. Spoon taco meat into taco shell, tortilla or tostada, or into bowl. Add cheese, vegetables, salsa, additional items as preferred. If putting beef into a bowl, sprinkle crushed tortilla chips on top to make a taco salad.

Easy, whole family likes it, lots of leftovers.

● Serves 4-6 ● Total Time: 20 min. ● Difficulty: Easy
~Ashley B.