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Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

Crispy Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos: Comfort Food Delight

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos are a must-try comfort food filled with seasoned beef and gooey cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with turkey, chicken, or lentils
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced yellow or white onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce/Salsa For added spice
For the Shells
  • 12 Hard Taco Shells Arrange upright for filling
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or cheese blend
  • 2 cups Shredded Lettuce For freshness
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes For a juicy flavor
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Diced for color contrast
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Use sparingly if desired

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange hard taco shells upright in a baking dish.
  3. Cook ground beef with diced onion in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook for another minute.
  5. Incorporate tomato sauce or salsa and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Fill each taco shell with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
  7. Bake the filled taco shells for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbling and shells are golden.
  8. Let cool slightly, then add fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 14gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos can be customized with various fillings and toppings to fit personal preferences. Store leftovers properly to maintain freshness.

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