Crispy Beef and Bean Tacos

Crispy Beef and Bean Tacos

Makes 12

Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
1/3 cup refried beans
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/4 cup mild taco sauce, plus extra for topping
12 soft corn tortillas
3 cups cooking oil
6 slices American cheese, halved
1 head lettuce, chopped fine

Directions:
Slowly brown the beef over low heat, using a wooden spoon to chop it very fine. Drain the fat.
Add the refried beans and mash them into the beef to make a smooth mixture. Add the salt, chili powder and taco sauce. Remove from the heat.
In another skillet, heat 1/4 inch of oil until a small piece of tortilla bubbles when dropped in.
Spread a portion of the beef mixture on the center of each tortilla. Fold over and press so the filling holds the sides together.
Fry the tacos on both sides until crispy. Drain on a rack or paper towels until slightly cooler.
Pry open slightly and add half a slice of cheese and some lettuce. Top with more taco sauce to taste.