Classic Beef Tacos
A family-favorite, these beef tacos are quick to make and endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Servings: 6
Mexican
Ingredients
- Ground beef: 1 lb
- Taco seasoning: 1 packet
- Water: 1/2 cup
- Taco shells: 12
- Lettuce, shredded: for topping
- Tomatoes, diced: for topping
- Cheddar cheese, shredded: for topping
- Sour cream: for topping
Instructions
- 1
In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain off excess grease.
- 2
Stir in taco seasoning and water.
- 3
Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
- 4
Warm the taco shells according to package directions.
- 5
Fill each taco shell with the beef mixture.
- 6
Set up a topping bar with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream for everyone to build their own tacos.
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