Turkey Tacos

By gilligan1963

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground dark meat turkey
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 stalk of celery, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 package taco seasoning
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 star anise (optional)
• 1 cup shredded 2 % reduced fat cheddar cheese
• 3-4 large romaine lettuce leaves, thinly sliced
• 1 12-count package corn taco shells or 1 package of soft whole grain flour tortillas
• 1 8-ounce container reduced-fat sour cream
• 1 8-ounce jarred salsa

Preparation

Step 1

Coat a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. Add the turkey, carrot, and celery, and garlic. Cook 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until meat begins to brown and the vegetables soften. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and add tomato paste. Continue to cook an additional 1-2 minutes until the spices become fragrant. Add 3/4 cup of water. Reduce to a simmer and cook 5-10 minutes until turkey is no longer pink in the center and a thick sauce forms.

Meanwhile, place corn tortillas in oven or toaster oven heated to 350F for 15-20 minutes or until warm. Assemble tacos by spooning in 2 tablespoons meat, cheese, lettuce, and salsa. Serve with sour cream and salsa tableside.