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© 2008, Kansas State University 

 Ingredients:

  • 1 pound lean ground beef

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 10 taco shells

  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese or 'taco' cheese

  • 1 cup lettuce, washed and shredded

  Variations:

  • Taco sauce, chopped green chilies, diced tomatoes or sour cream make tasty toppers.

Directions: Remember to Wash Your Hands!

1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with onion. Drain liquid.
2. Stir in the spices.
3. Heat taco shells according to package directions.
4. Spoon about 1/4 cup taco filling into each shell.
5. Top with shredded cheese and lettuce.


Helpful Hints:

Cumin, pronounced KOO-mun, is a spice used in Mexican and Indian dishes. It is a flavor included in taco seasoning packets sold in stores. Oregano (uh-REG-uh-no) is a favorite seasoning in Italian and Mexican food.

Safety Tip:

Drain meat carefully - the hot grease can cause a serious burn.





Kids' Tool Kit 

  • skillet
  • strainer
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • hot pad
  • wooden spoon
  • grater

It's a good idea to gather all your tools and ingredients before you start a recipe!

Chef's Choice

These will taste great with this recipe

  • Tacos
  • apple Slices
  • milk

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 taco (90g)
Servings per Container 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 220   Calories from Fat 120

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 13 g

20 %

-  Saturated Fat 6 g

31 %

Cholesterol 35 mg

12 %

Sodium 200 mg

8 %

Total Carbohydrate 8 g

3 %

-  Dietary Fiber 1 g

4 %

-  Sugars 1 g

 

Protein 16 g

 

Vitamin A 4 %

Vitamin C 2 %

Calcium 20 %

Iron 8 %

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.  Your daily values may be higher of lower depending on your calorie needs:

Calories - 

2,000

2,500

Total Fat

<

65g

80g

Saturated Fat

<

20g

25g

Cholesterol

<

300mg

300mg

Sodium

<

2,400mg

2,400mg

Total Carbohydrate

 

300g

375g

Dietary Fiber

 

25g

30g

Calories per gram:
Fat 9 - Carbohydrate 4 - Protein 4

      


Information provided by K-State Research & Extension Family Nutrition Program
and funded by Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services
and USDA. Food and Nutrition Services