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Original Ortega® Taco Recipe

SUBMITTED BY: Ortega® 

"Make tonight Taco Night! Our original taco recipe is easy to prepare and fun for the whole family. Set out a variety of toppings in small bowls, and let the creations begin. In addition to the topping suggestions listed in the recipe, you can also serve guacamole, sour cream, ripe black olives, chopped onion, sliced radishes and chopped bell pepper. On Taco Night, the only limit is your imagination."
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 13 times with an average star rating of 3.6
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  20 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 (1.25 ounce) package ORTEGA® Taco Seasoning mix
  • 1 package (12) ORTEGA® Taco Shells, warmed
  • Toppings: shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, SARGENTO® ChefStyle Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese, ORTEGA® Thick & Smooth Taco Sauce

DIRECTIONS

  1. BROWN beef; drain. Stir in water and seasoning mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes or until mixture is thickened.
  2. FILL taco shells with beef mixture. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and taco sauce.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.62 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 7, 2002 by Rebslo 
This is not much of a "recipe" but more something found right on the box you would buy from... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.62 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2003 by Navy_Mommy 
Have to agree with Rebslo that this isn't anything you can't find on the box. However, it is... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.62 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2003 by LISAKULIG 
I have grown up with this taco recipe, and granted I have worked within the restaurant... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.62 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2003 by DIAMONDZ 
A great recipe when you don't want to fuss with dinner. I made a few variations to the recipe.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.62 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2003 by QUASINAUGHT 
I love tacos. This is the only way I make them. One of my favorite dinners. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.62 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2005 by CHRISSYF 
I make this classic all the time and it never disappoints. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.62 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 17, 2004 by MADISONLIBERTY 
I have made these tacos many times and our whole family enjoys them. My 5 year old daughter... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Original Ortega® Taco Recipe

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 383

  • Total Fat: 25.4g
  • Cholesterol: 64mg
  • Sodium: 681mg
  • Total Carbs: 24.3g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 2.1g
  • Protein: 14.7g

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