Baked Beef Tacos 

These Baked Beef Tacos are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, offering a crispy shell filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese. Baking the tacos ensures that each bite is perfectly crisp and flavorful. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, these tacos are both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 packet taco seasoning

• 12 taco shells

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded lettuce

• 1 cup diced tomatoes

• ½ cup sour cream

• ¼ cup sliced jalapeños (optional)

• ¼ cup chopped cilantro (optional)

• Cooking oil spray

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.

3. Season the Beef: Add the taco seasoning to the beef, following package instructions. Stir until well blended.

4. Prepare Taco Shells: Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking oil. Arrange the taco shells on the sheet.

5. Fill the Shells: Spoon the seasoned beef into each taco shell, filling them generously.

6. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the filled tacos.

7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for 10–15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the shells are crispy.

8. Prepare Toppings: While the tacos bake, chop lettuce, tomatoes, and any other desired toppings.

9. Assemble: Allow tacos to cool slightly before serving. Top with fresh ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, and sour cream.

10. Garnish: Finish with chopped cilantro for a burst of flavor.

Nutritional Information (Per Taco)

• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal

• Total Fat: 14g

• Saturated Fat: 8g

• Cholesterol: 40mg

• Sodium: 500mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 16g

• Dietary Fiber: 2g

• Sugars: 0g

• Protein: 14g