Description
Enjoy the perfect combination of crispy tortillas and juicy beef with these easy baked tacos, great for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can refried beans (optional)
- Toppings: diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sour cream, salsa
Instructions
- Heat the oven. Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish if sticking is a concern.
- Brown the beef. Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink. Break it up as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat. Carefully spoon off or drain the grease for a less oily filling.
- Season it well. Stir in the taco seasoning and prepare according to the packet directions (usually adding a little water and simmering).
- Soften tortillas if needed. Warm corn tortillas briefly (microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for 20–30 seconds, or heat in a dry skillet) so they fold without cracking.
- Add beans (optional). Spread a thin layer of refried beans on each tortilla.
- Fill and cheese. Spoon seasoned beef into each tortilla, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Arrange for baking. Fold tacos and set them snugly in the baking dish so they stay closed.
- Bake. Bake 15–20 minutes, until the tortillas are crisp at the edges and the cheese is melted.
- Top and serve. Add lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa—whatever your table loves.
Notes
If your corn tortillas crack when folded, warm them briefly to make them pliable. Refried beans add creaminess and help the filling stay put.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican