Tasty Tacos (using ground beef) (Serves 50)

10 lbs ground beef
#10 can kidney beans
3 cups chopped onions
#10 can diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup chopped green onions
1 tbsp salt
2 cups chili powder
5 tbsp cumin
3 tbsp garlic powder
1 1/2 lbs mozzarella cheese
1 1/2 lbs american cheese
12 1/2 cups diced tomatoes, fresh
12 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
100 count taco shells

Cook ground beef. Drain and rinse to defat.

Add onions, tomatoes, green pepper, salt, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder to beef.

Drain kidney beans. Puree or add whole to meat mixture.

Serve in taco shells. Serve with shredded cheese, shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.

Note: To substitute dry beans, cook 2 1/2 lbs dry beans and drain.

Substitute soft tortillas to reduce fat and sodium content further.

Yield: 12 cups.
Servings: 50; Serving size: 2 tacos
Source: Five A Day Program; Gimme 5: Fresh Choice Recipes