Tacos Recipe
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Ingredients
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Taco Filling
Taco Assembly
Method
Prepare the Taco Filling
- 1
Brown the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Add Seasoning
Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat and stir to combine.
- 3
Add Water
Pour in the water and stir well. Let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Assemble the Tacos
- 4
Prepare Taco Shells
While the meat is simmering, prepare the taco shells according to the package instructions.
- 5
Fill Taco Shells
Once the shells are ready, fill each taco shell with a generous portion of the seasoned beef mixture.
- 6
Add Toppings
Top each taco with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa as desired.
- 7
Serve
Serve the tacos immediately while they are warm, with extra toppings on the side.