Monday, November 16, 2009

Beef Taquitos

1 T. vegetable oil, plus more for brushing on the taquitos
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 cup lean ground beef
1/2 cup salsa, plus more for dipping
2 t. chili powder
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. pepper
10 (6-inch) flour tortillas
1/2 cup Monterrey jack or cheddar cheese
sour cream

1. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes, stirring often. Add the beef and break apart. Cook until no longer pink. Stir in the salsa, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cook the mixture over low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2. Place the tortillas on a plate and cover with wet paper towels. Microwave until warm and pliable, about 45 seconds. Top each tortilla with 1/4 cup meat mixture, spreading it to and inch of the edges. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.

3. Roll up the tortillas and place on a foil lined baking sheet seam side down. Brush the tortillas lightly with oil, then bake until the filling is heated through and the tortillas are lightly brown-about 8 to 12 minutes. Serve them hot with sour cream and salsa.

This recipe got two thumbs up from everyone in my family and it is quick and easy. Next time I will add some chopped olives to some of the taquitos. I think this recipe would work well with shredded chicken or pork too.

courtesy of FamilyFun.com

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