Cheesy Baked Tacos (Printer-Friendly)

Oven-baked tacos with cheesy topping and seasoned meat, served with tangy lime crema for a flavorful meal.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Protein and Aromatics

01 - 1 lb ground meat
02 - 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
03 - 4 garlic cloves, finely minced

→ Seasonings and Sauces

04 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
05 - 2 tbsp taco seasoning
06 - 2/3 cup water or chicken broth
07 - 1 tsp kosher salt

→ Dairy and Toppings

08 - 1 to 2 cups cheese, finely grated
09 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

→ Base and Garnish

10 - 12 small tortillas, corn or flour
11 - 1 lime, zested and juiced

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Brown ground meat in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks.
03 - Stir in diced onion and cook until softened, then add minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
04 - Mix tomato paste into the skillet and cook to deepen its flavor.
05 - Add taco seasoning and water or chicken broth, then simmer the mixture until slightly thickened.
06 - Combine Greek yogurt, lime zest, lime juice, and kosher salt in a bowl and mix thoroughly to create the lime crema.
07 - Briefly warm tortillas to make them pliable for folding.
08 - Fill each tortilla with the meat mixture, fold, and place seam side down on the baking sheet.
09 - Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over the filled tortillas and bake until the cheese melts and tortillas turn crisp.
10 - Allow tacos to cool slightly before serving with the prepared lime crema.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Use freshly grated cheese for optimal melting and crisp edges during baking.

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