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Zesty Baked Tacos with Ground Beef

Zesty Baked Tacos with Ground Beef for Family Fun Nights

Experience the delight of Zesty Baked Tacos with Ground Beef, a customizable and comforting family favorite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef 80/20 fat content recommended
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped, yellow onions preferred
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Customize to taste
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn Frozen or fresh
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Or a Mexican cheese blend
Toppings
  • 1 cup Lettuce Shredded romaine or iceberg
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced
  • 1/2 cup Jalapeños Optional, sliced
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Optional
Shells
  • 8 pieces Taco Shells Firm or soft based on preference

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add taco seasoning, mixing well for 1 minute before adding black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Fill each taco shell generously with the beef mixture, then top with shredded cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  7. Prepare fresh toppings while tacos are baking: chop lettuce, dice tomatoes, and slice jalapeños.
  8. Serve your tacos hot, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, and sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These tacos are perfect for customizing according to taste preferences and can be made ahead for convenience.

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