Taco Salad

Photo by Kay Ercius

Don't get this confused with our other family taco recipe. This is just another easy way to eat tacos only this recipe you eat with a fork.  One can never get enough of tacos...especially my husband.  Adjust or eliminate any ingredient to your own taste.

1, one ounce package of taco seasoning mix, any brand

1 pound lean ground beef

 one medium head iceberg lettuce, chopped

2 medium tomatoes,chopped

one half onion, chopped

2 cups grated cheddar cheese

1/2 cup black olives, chopped
tortilla chips, coarsely crushed

sour cream

Taco Sauce

1. In a 12 inch skillet, brown ground beef and drain.
2. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water (use the amount stated on the package).
3. Bring to a boil, stirring.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
5. Cool mixture.
6. Combine beef, lettuce, tomatoes,onion, cheddar and black olives in a large bowl.
7. Cover and chill.
8. To serve, place salad on a plate,  add sour cream, taco sauce and a bit of crushed tortilla chips.
9. Tortilla chips can also be crushed and added to the salad before serving.