Monica’s Famous Taco Bowl

Never miss a taco Tuesday! Am I right??!  In my house we love Mexican food.  But rice and tortillas to weigh you down?? NO WAY JOSE!  Follow this recipe for a mild Ketogenic fix:

Ingredients:

  • 1lb ground beef (80%:20%)
  • 1/4c tomato paste
  • 1/2c plain tomato sauce
  • salt and pepper
  • diced tomatoes
  • Iceberg lettuce – shredded
  • Trader Joes taco seasoning (without the nasties)
  • Salsa of choice
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • Cheese of choice – I usually use pepper jack
  • 1/4c fresh cilantro

Steps (Serves 4):

  1. Brown the ground beef in a medium hot skillet.  When starts to brown, break up the beef with a potato masher.
  2. Add the taco seasoning, tomato paste, sauce, and salt and pepper.  Reduce the heat and let thicken for about 5 minutes.
  3. To Plate:
    • Ground beef
    • lettuce
    • cheese
    • tomatoes
    • salsa
    • avocado
    • cilantro
  4. Enjoy!! 🙂