Classic Beef Tacos

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 cup water
• 12 pieces hard corn taco shells
• 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup sour cream(optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt and pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook until fully browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula.

2. 2

   Drain the excess grease from the skillet carefully to ensure the meat isn't too oily.

3. 3

   Stir in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until the meat is evenly coated.

4. 4

   Pour in the water and reduce the heat to low, simmering for 5 to 7 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated and a thick sauce forms.

5. 5

   Preheat your oven to 350°F and place the taco shells on a baking sheet for 5 minutes until they are warm and fragrant.

6. 6

   Prepare the toppings by shredding the lettuce, dicing the tomatoes, and grating the cheese while the meat simmers.

7. 7

   Spoon approximately 2 to 3 tablespoons of the seasoned beef into each warm taco shell.

8. 8

   Top each taco with lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes, adding a dollop of sour cream if desired.