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Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

Crispy corn taco shells stuffed with juicy seasoned beef and melted cheese, baked until golden and topped with fresh veggies. The easiest way to serve tacos to a crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 tacos
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef Filling
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 pkt taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade
  • 0.5 cup tomato sauce
Assembly
  • 12 hard taco shells stand 'n stuff preferred
  • 2 cups Mexican blend cheese shredded
  • 1 cup refried beans optional
Toppings
  • 2 cups iceberg lettuce shredded
  • 2 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion diced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Large skillet
  • Cheese Grater
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  4. Arrange taco shells upright in the baking dish. Optionally spread a teaspoon of beans in the bottom of each shell.
  5. Fill shells with beef mixture. Top generously with shredded cheese.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and shells are golden.
  7. Immediately top with lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro before serving.

Notes

Use 'Stand 'n Stuff' shells for easier assembly. If using regular shells, pack them tight or use foil balls to keep them upright.