Muffin Tin Tacos

By lindaauman

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground hamburger
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 1 large jalapeno, diced
• 3/4 cup water
• Seasoning mix (see recipe below)
• 12 flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cheese
• Shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes for topping.
• Taco Seasoning Blend
• (for 1 pound ground beef)
• 1 Tablespoon flour
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• pinch of salt if desired

Details

Adapted from hispanickitchen.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350ºF.

Cook the ground hamburger thoroughly, drain and return to a clean skillet.

In a separate skillet, saute the diced onion and jalapeno and add it to the hamburger.

Blend in the seasoning and toss to coat.

Heat the mixture on high and add water; reduce and let simmer on med/low for about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Cut 4-inch diameter circles out of the flour tortillas. A standard margarita glass is about the right size for measuring and a pizza cutter gets the job done quickly. (Bake the leftovers for extra chips.)

Wrap tortilla circles (3 to 4 at a time) in a wet paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds to soften.

Mold the circles into a lightly greased muffin tin.

Add a layer of shredded cheese in the bottom, add about 2 tablespoons of meat mixture, then top with cheese.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350ºF for 20 minutes.

When they're done, just pop them out and add your favorite toppings, including lettuce and tomato. Add a dollop of salsa, fresh or jarred, if desired.