Simple Beef Tacos

The classic at its best. Treat your family to the easiest taco around with Old El Paso®.
Prep 15 Minutes
Total 20 Minutes
Servings 6

Ingredient List

  • 1 box (4.6 oz) Old El Paso™ taco shells (12 shells)
  • 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
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Preparation

  1. Heat taco shells as directed on box.
  2. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in water and taco seasoning mix; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
  3. Spoon beef into taco shells.

Expert Tips

  • For a dinner your family will love, top these tacos with shredded lettuce, chopped tomato and shredded Cheddar cheese!

Nutrition

  • 1 Serving Calories 240 (Calories from Fat 120);  Total Fat 13g (Saturated Fat 5g ,Trans Fat 1/2g);  Cholesterol 45mg;  Sodium 500mg;  Potassium 140mg;  Total Carbohydrate 16g (Dietary Fiber 1g ,Sugars 0g);  Protein 14g
  • % Daily Value: Vitamin A 6%;  Vitamin C 0%;  Calcium 2%;  Iron 8%
  • Exchanges: 1 Starch;  1 1/2 Lean Meat;  1 1/2 Fat
  • Carbohydrate Choice: 1
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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