How to Make Italian Tacos

Rather than a spicy taco meal, try a zesty version instead!

Bored with the same old tacos? Italian tacos are a tasty twist on the traditional favorite. Rather than spicy Mexican flavors, surprise your family with this alternative that uses most of the same ingredients while providing a zesty Italian flair. Making Italian tacos requires very little preparation work and is relatively easy.

Things You'll Need

• 2 lbs. ground beef
• Skillet
• Large mixing bowl
• 10 oz. bag of shredded lettuce
• 2 large tomatoes, chopped
• Medium onion, diced
• 2 cups Mexican four cheese blend
• 16 oz. bottle zesty Italian dressing
• 6 oz. extra virgin olive oil
• Long tongs
• Small corn tortillas
• Paper towels
• Plate

Instructions

1. Fry the ground beef in a skillet without seasoning it in any way. Drain the grease and place the meat into a large mixing bowl.

2. Add shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, diced onions and 2 cups shredded cheese.

3. Pour in the entire bottle of zesty Italian dressing and mix well.

4. Coat the bottom of a skillet with 3 to 4 tbsp. olive oil and heat until it begins to pop. With long tongs--to prevent burns from splattered oil--fry the corn tortillas for three to five seconds on each side, which will make them slightly crispy but soft enough to wrap around the filling.

   Place a newly fried shell on a paper towel on a plate. Cover it with another paper towel. Then place the next fried shell on it, and then another paper towel. Continue alternating paper towels and shells, so that some of the grease is absorbed before serving.

5. Place 3 to 4 tbsp. of the taco mixture onto each shell, wrap it up and enjoy!

Tips & Warnings

• This recipe makes enough taco mixture to feed four to six healthy appetites.

• It can also be served as an entree salad, with tortilla chips served on the side.