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Taco Cups!

Check out the BEST and most FLAVORFUL Tacos that are made even better when served in a homemade taco “cup”!  A great dinner for taco Tuesday that comes together in under 30 minutes!!
5 from 2 votes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb 90% lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup water

For the Taco Cups

  • 6 5-6" flour tortillas
  • oil for brushing

Toppings

  • Shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar Cheeses
  • diced tomatoes
  • shredded lettuce
  • taco sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 ⁰F. Lightly brush the oil on both sides of the tortillas.Place each tortilla into a well of the Large Muffin Pan and press into the sides to form a cup. Bake until brown and crisp, about 10–12 minutes.
  • Cook beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat with the Mix‘N Chop or a spoon.  Add in all of the spices, and cook for 6-8 minutes, until cooked through.
  • Reduce heat to medium, add tomato sauce and water, stir to incorporate.  Cook another 6-8 minutes until liquid is slightly reduced.
  • Dice tomatoes, shred lettuce, grate cheese.
  • Place about ¼- 1/3 cup of taco meat into each cup. Add your favorite toppings, serve immediately. 
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