Tacos, American Style ! Recipe

Name: Tacos, American Style !
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: TACO SHELLS; 10 flour tortillas (fajita size); 1/4 cup Crisco (all-vegetable shortening); MEAT; 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; salt and pepper; garlic salt (or powder); TOPPINGS; 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded); 1 cup lettuce (shredded); 1/2 cup tomatoes (diced)

Servings: persons

1
Fry ground beef in a frying pan, season with salt, pepper and garlic salt (or powder).
2
Drain.
3
Chop lettuce and tomatoes; shred cheese.
4
Melt shortening in frying pan, fry tortillas one at a time, folding in half like a taco shell.
5
When golden brown and crispy, drain upside down, on paper towels.
6
Fill tortillas with a few tablespoons of meat.
7
Top with lettuce, tomato and cheese.
8
Use *KETCHUP* (try it!) or second choice, taco sauce.
9
We eat these alone, or with refried beans either in the taco-- or on the side.

1462

kcal

Calories

Fat

192

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: TACO SHELLS, 10 flour tortillas (fajita size), 1/4 cup Crisco (all-vegetable shortening), MEAT, and more.

Yes, Tacos, American Style ! falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tacos, American Style !

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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