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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Toppings
Method
Cooking the Beef
- 1
Brown the Ground Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Drain Excess Fat
Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- 3
Add Taco Seasoning
Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the browned beef. Add the water and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 4
Simmer the Mixture
Reduce the heat and let the beef simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
Assembling the Tacos
- 5
Prepare Taco Shells
While the beef is simmering, prepare the taco shells according to package instructions, typically by warming them in the oven or microwave.
- 6
Fill Taco Shells
Once the taco shells are ready, fill each shell with a generous amount of the seasoned beef mixture.
- 7
Add Toppings
Top each filled taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced jalapeños as desired.
- 8
Serve
Serve the tacos immediately, while the shells are warm and the toppings are fresh.