And the thing my mind instantly goes to is tacos.
Origins of Tacos
Who exactly invented the taco? It’s still a bit of a mystery! But a professor who has spent much time researching the topic theorizes that tacos were invented by Mexican silver miners in the 18th century. (source) Tacos became popular throughout Mexico and were introduced to the US by Mexican immigrants in the 19th century.
How to Make Crispy Taco Shells
Did you ever have crispy tacos growing up? That was one of my favorite meals. Crispy taco shells with tons of fillings that always, always involved corn and cheese. As you can tell, little Dana liked her carbs and dairy. But instead of frying the shells, I figured out a simple way to bake them and get them crispy! Simply fold the edges over a baking sheet and bake on top of a second baking sheet. Or, rest mini cupcake liners inside a folded over soft tortilla and bake until crispy and golden (see image below)! Yes, it’s that easy. And the whole recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. For fillings, I immediately knew I wanted to go for my Easy 1-Pot Pinto Beans. And because I’ve been seeing pineapples popping up everywhere these days, I paired it with a simple pineapple salsa. However, you could always keep it simple and use your favorite store-bought salsa, or try my go-to Blended Red Salsa recipe. I hope you guys love these tacos! They’re: CrispySavorySatisfyingLoaded with healthy fillingsQuick& Delicious If you give this recipe a try, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a picture #minimalistbaker on Instagram! We’d love to see what you come up with. Cheers!
