Golden Crispy Beef Tacos (Printable Version)
Oven-baked tacos with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and fresh crisp toppings for a savory twist.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Beef Mixture
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 packet taco seasoning
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2/3 cup tomato sauce
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Shells and Cheese
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8 hard taco shells
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2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
→ Fresh Toppings
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1 cup shredded lettuce
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1/2 cup diced tomatoes
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1/4 cup diced red onion
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2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
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Sour cream (optional)
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Guacamole (optional)
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Jalapeño slices (optional)
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Hot sauce (optional)
# Steps to Cook:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Arrange the hard taco shells upright in a baking dish.
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until browned. Drain excess fat. Add minced garlic and taco seasoning, stirring for 1 minute. Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Evenly spoon the seasoned beef mixture into each taco shell. Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the beef.
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Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese melts and the taco shells become crisp and golden.
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Remove tacos from oven. Top each with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro if desired. Serve warm with optional sour cream, guacamole, jalapeño slices, and hot sauce.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Customize toppings according to preference. For extra heat, add jalapeños before baking. Tacos can be prepared ahead and reheated.