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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
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Place the chili powder, cumin, onion powder, salt, cornstarch, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne or red pepper flakes, if using, in a small bowl or plastic container.
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Blend well.
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Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and place it over medium-high heat.
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Add the turkey or beef and cook, stirring and making sure to really break it up into small crumbles, until it is browned throughout, about 5 minutes.
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Drain off any liquid.
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Add the spice mixture and cook stirring, until you can smell all of the spices, about 1 minute.
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Add 34 cup of water and stir until the water is mostly evaporated, the meat is evenly coated with the spices, and there is still a little bit of liquid in the pan, about 4 minutes.
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To serve, place your choice of toppings in small individual bowls.
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Heat the taco shells on a baking sheet (or right on the oven rack, whichever you prefer) in the oven until warm and toasty, about 5 minutes.
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Transfer the meat to a serving bowl.
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Place the taco shells on a plate and cover them with a napkin or clean dish towel to keep them warm, setting them out with the bowls of toppings.
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Let everyone serve him or herself.
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Photograph by Todd Coleman/The Mom 100 Cookbook
