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Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

Discover irresistibly joyful Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos with melted cheese and seasoned beef, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Filling
  • 1 pound Ground beef can substitute with turkey or plant-based meat
  • 1 small Onion (diced) red onions can be used for a sweeter taste
  • 1 packet Taco seasoning or make your own with chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder
  • 1 cup Salsa use homemade for an extra burst of freshness
For the Tacos
  • 12 pieces Hard taco shells create that delightful crunch
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) experiment with pepper jack or dairy-free options

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook the ground beef and diced onion in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, until the beef is browned and onions are softened.
  3. Drain any excess fat and stir in taco seasoning and salsa, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Arrange the hard taco shells upright in a baking dish.
  5. Fill each shell generously with the beef mixture.
  6. Top the filled taco shells with a generous amount of shredded cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the shells are crisp.
  8. Remove from the oven, let rest for a minute, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with fresh cilantro or diced avocado for extra flavor.

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