Easy Ground Beef Taco Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef (we recommend 80 or 85% lean beef)
• 3-4 tablespoons taco seasoning* (depending on flavor preference)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3/4 cup water

Steps

1. 1

   Begin by heating a large skillet over medium/high heat.

2. 2

   When the pan is hot add ground beef. Using a wooden utensil, break the ground beef into small pieces. Let the beef cook for 3-5 minutes.

3. 3

   When the beef begins to brown*, add taco seasoning, tomato paste, and water to the pan and mix until all of the ingredients are combined. Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Once boiling, turn the heat to low and let the simmer for 5-7 minutes in order to thicken the sauce.

5. 5

   Remove beef from heat and serve in a soft or hard taco shell.