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Ingredients
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Tacos
Quesadillas
Method
Tacos
- 1
Cook the Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 2
Add Seasoning
Once the beef is browned, drain excess fat and add taco seasoning. Stir in 2/3 cup of water and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 3
Prepare Taco Shells
While the beef simmers, prepare taco shells according to package instructions.
- 4
Assemble Tacos
Fill each taco shell with seasoned beef, then top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and slices of avocado.
Quesadillas
- 5
- 6
Assemble Quesadillas
Place a flour tortilla in a skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over half of the tortilla, then add about 1/2 cup of the chicken and vegetable mixture on top. Fold the tortilla over.
- 7
Cook Quesadillas
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Remove from skillet and keep warm. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- 8
Serve
Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve with guacamole and sour cream on the side.