Fantastic Turkey Tacos

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   Heat the oil in a large skillet.

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   Saute the onion and garlic over medium heat for 3 minutes.

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   Add the ground turkey and cook, stirring and breaking up the clumps of meat, until the meat has lost its pink color, about 5 minutes.

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   Stir in the cumin and cook for 1 minute.

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   Add the tomato sauce and water and simmer, partially covered, over low heat for 10 minutes.

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   Raise the heat to medium, uncover the skillet, and simmer for 5 minutes more, or until mixture is quite thick but not dry.

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   Stir in the crushed red pepper and cilantro and add salt to taste.

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   While turkey mixture is cooking, preheat the oven to 350 degrees and arrange taco shells on a baking sheet.

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   Prepare grated cheese, lettuce, scallions, and olives and put them into individual bowls.

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    When turkey mixture is almost done, heat taco shells in preheated oven for 5 minutes or so.

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    When turkey mixture and taco shells are done, each person can spoon some turkey mixture into the bottom of the half-moon-shaped taco shells and add toppings of choice.

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    Finish with a sprinkle of hot sauce, taco sauce or salsa.

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    Note: Turkey filling can be made ahead and will keep in the refrigerator for a few days.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.