Cheesy Oven-Baked Tacos: 6 Crispy Bold Flavor Layers
Crispy hard taco shells filled with seasoned beef and melted cheese, baked in the oven for a golden and flavorful taco night favorite.
Ingredients
12 hard taco shells
1 pound ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tablespoons homemade seasoning
1 half cup tomato sauce or salsa
2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
Optional toppings lettuce tomatoes sour cream jalapeños
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a baking dish.
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Brown ground beef in a skillet and drain excess grease.
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Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce and simmer briefly.
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Arrange taco shells upright in baking dish.
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Fill shells with meat mixture and top with cheese.
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Bake 8 to 10 minutes until cheese melts and shells crisp.
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Remove from oven and add desired toppings before serving.
Notes
Do not overfill shells to prevent cracking. Bake just until cheese melts for best texture. Serve immediately for maximum crispness.