Taco Buffet

Tacos are a favorite for all.  When you can put together a buffet style, make-your-own  taco line-up, dinner couldn't be better.

Invite friends over and prepare the ingredients together or have the spread ready before your guests arrive.  Either way, your dinner parties are sure to please!

1 package, 18 taco shells warmed in oven (or 2 pkgs. tostada shells) 

3 lbs lean ground beef or chicken

2 large onions

2 cans black refried beans

1 package Mexican shredded cheese

1 head iceberg lettuce (shredded)

6 roma tomatos (chopped)

2 cans black olives (sliced)

1 container sour cream

1 jar salsa

3 medium avocados (mashed)

Meat Seasoning:

chili powder (to taste)

paprika

garlic powder

dried onion flakes

dash of basil and oregano

splash red wine vinegar

Cook beef or chicken on stove top.  Drain any fat.  Add a tbsp. olive oil and saute onions until translucent.  Add the meat seasoning ingredients.

Assemble the buffet for guests to help themselves.

Taco shells

Refried Beans

Mexican Cheese

Beef or Chicken (or a veggie mix for those who prefer, sliced peppers)

Tomatos

Olives

And, the condiments: sour cream, salsa, and avocado (guacamole)

Serves 6 guests (hearty portions)