Taco Salad

 

4 (10-inch) flour tortillas, at room temperature

 

1 pound lean ground beef

 

2 tablespoons taco seasoning

 

1/3 cup water

 

1/2 of a medium-sized head iceberg lettuce, shredded (about 4 cups)

 

1 tomato, diced

 

1 green bell pepper, diced

 

1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded Cheddar Cheese

 

2 scallions, chopped

 

sour cream

 

picante sauce

 

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. 

 

Fry Tortikkas in a deep pot or deep fryer one at a time..

Use a rounded soup dipper or spider ladle  to hold the tortilla downd to form a bowl.. Fry till light golden.. use tongs to take out of oil..being caeful not to get any hot oil on you.. drain upside down on paper towels .. Do them all the same way...

 

In a medium skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat 10 minutes, or until no pink remains.
 

Drain off excess liquid. Stir in taco seasoning and water; reduce heat to low and simmer 5 minutes. Place shells on a plate and fill each 3/4 full with lettuce.
 

Add 1/2 cup of beef mixture then sprinkle evenly with tomatoes, green peppers, cheese, and scallions.

 

Top with sour cream and picante sauce... Or anything you like!