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If using 10-inch tortillas, set 2 empty food cans 3 to 4 inches apart on a 14x17-inch foil lined baking sheet.
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If using 12 or 13-inch tortillas, set 1 food can on baking sheet.
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Drape a foil square over the top of each can.
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Fill a pizza pan (one that's at least 3/4-inch deep) or another appropriately rimmed container with about 1/2 inch of warm water; add 1/4 teaspoon of olive oil.
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Quickly immerse a tortilla in the water, then lift out and let drain.
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Drape the damp tortilla over the foil on the empty food can (if you place it slightly off-center the shell with have a dramatic higher flair to one edge).
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If you have room on the pan for another tortilla, add another 1/4 teaspoon oil to the water, dip a tortilla, and drape it over the other can.
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Bake the taco salad shells in a preheated 450 degree F oven until they're lightly brown and firm enough to hold their shape, which will take about 4 to 5 minutes.
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Using pot holders, carefully lift the shells off the cans and place them cup-side-up on the pan; the edges on larger tortillas might need support when the shells are inverted so loosely crumple some foil into 4-inch balls and push them against areas that sag.
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Return the shells to the oven and bake until they're crisp, about 2 to 3 additional minutes.
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Let cool on rack.
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Repeat all steps until you have enough shell bowls for your meal.
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Enjoy!
