Build-Your-Own Tacos Recipe

Name: Build-Your-Own Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup chopped onions; 12 ounces ground sirloin; 1 cup salsa, divided; 1 tablespoon chili powder, or more, to taste; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained; 8 baked taco shells; 1/4 cup preshredded reduced-fat 4-cheese Mexican-blend cheese; 2 cups shredded Romaine lettuce; 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped onions
12 ounces ground sirloin
1 cup salsa, divided
1 tablespoon chili powder, or more, to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained
8 baked taco shells
1/4 cup preshredded reduced-fat 4-cheese Mexican-blend cheese
2 cups shredded Romaine lettuce
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream

1
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add ground sirloin and cook, stirring often with a spatula, until meat browns, about 10 minutes; drain excess fat. Stir in 1/2 cup salsa, chili powder, cumin, and pepper. Continue cooking until heated through.
2
Preheat oven or toaster oven to 350u00b0. Put taco shells on a baking sheet and heat as per package directions.
3
Combine beans and remaining 1/2 cup salsa in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 3 minutes. Keep warm.
4
To serve, arrange taco shells on platter. Place meat on a separate serving dish, and put the beans, cheese, lettuce, and sour cream in bowls. Let diners assemble their own tacos.

128

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, 1/2 cup chopped onions, 12 ounces ground sirloin, 1 cup salsa, divided, and more.

Yes, Build-Your-Own Tacos falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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