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Easy Ground Beef Tacos

Delicious and quick ground beef tacos that are perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 12 taco shells
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula until browned.
  3. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  4. Stir in the taco seasoning and add water as per package instructions. Allow to simmer until thickened.
  5. Warm the taco shells according to package instructions.
  6. Assemble the tacos with the seasoned beef and top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Great with sides like guacamole or crispy tortilla chips. For a lighter option, swap the beef for ground turkey or use corn tortillas for gluten-free.