American Tacos

How to make American Tacos Recipe - Tacos have been quickly accepted and "Americanized," probably because they offer another way of using ground beef.

Makes 10 to 12 tacos

Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground beef
1 to 3 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon red (cayenne) pepper
10 to 12 crisp taco shells
Cheddar cheese, shredded
Onion, finely chopped
Shredded lettuce
Tomatoes, finely chopped

Method:
In a large heavy skillet, crumble beef over medium heat. Add chili powder, salt, garlic salt and red pepper. Cook until meat is no longer pink.

Fill each taco shell with about 2 heaping tablespoons meat filling and top with shredded cheese, onion, lettuce and tomatoes.