TACO BELL Supreme Crunchy Tacos

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Beef (80% lean, crumbled)
• 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning Mix (store‑bought Taco Bell style seasoning)
• 0.5 cup Water
• 12 pieces Crunchy Taco Shells (store‑bought)
• 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 cup Sour Cream
• 1 cup Lettuce (shredded lettuce)
• 1 medium Tomato (diced)
• to taste N/A Hot Sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Bake Taco Shells

   Set the oven to 300°F. Arrange the crunchy taco shells on a baking sheet and bake for about 5 minutes until lightly crisped.

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   Temperature: 300°F

2. Brown Ground Beef

   Heat a skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is halfway browned, about 5 minutes.

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3. Season and Simmer

   Sprinkle the taco seasoning mix over the partially cooked beef, stir to coat, then add ½ cup of water. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid is mostly absorbed.

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4. Prep Fresh Toppings

   While the meat simmers, wash and shred the lettuce, dice the tomato, and have the shredded cheese, sour cream, and hot sauce ready in small bowls.

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5. Assemble the Tacos

   Remove the baked shells from the oven. Fill each shell with a spoonful of seasoned beef, then top with lettuce, tomato, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a drizzle of hot sauce.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

540

Protein

27g

Carbohydrates

35g

Fat

26g

Fiber

2g