Tacos: for Vegetarians and Non-Vegetarians

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef (omit if serving vegetarians only)

• 1 (30 g) package taco seasoning mix, plus 1 cup water (omit if serving vegetarians only.)

• 1 (14 ounce) can refried beans (vegetarian)
• 1 cup salsa
• 2 cups head lettuce, shredded
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 medium red onion, cut into slivers (optional)
• 1 cup monterey jack cheese or 1 medium cheddar cheese, grated
• 3/4 cup low-fat sour cream (optional)
• 15-20 taco shells, warmed

Directions

1. 1

   Brown ground beef in skillet and drain.

2. 2

   Stir in taco seasoning mix and 1 cup water.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered and stirring occasionally for 15 to 20 minutes.

4. 4

   While beef mixture is simmering, combine 1/4 cup of salsa into the refried beans (may skip this step if you prefer).

5. 5

   Heat beans in small saucepan.

6. 6

   Arrange beef, beans and remaining ingredients in serving dishes and platters.

7. 7

   Allow diners to assemble tacos as desired.