Beef Tacos
Savory seasoned ground beef tucked into crispy corn shells and topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef · 80/20 blend
- 1 oz taco seasoning · packet, store-bought or equivalent homemade blend
- 1/2 cup water
- 8 piece hard taco shells · corn or flour
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa · mild or medium
Directions
- 1
Brown the beef
Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until it is fully browned and no longer pink, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
- 2
Season the meat
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the taco seasoning and water, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the liquid reduces and the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
- 3
Warm the shells
Heat the hard taco shells according to the package directions, either by microwaving them for 15 seconds or baking them in the oven at 350 degrees for 3 to 5 minutes until warm and crisp.
- 4
Assemble the tacos
Spoon the seasoned beef into the bottom of each warm shell. Top generously with shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, a dollop of sour cream, and salsa.