Basic Beef Tacos 1 1 lb. ground beef 3 ounces taco seasoning mix 4 taco shells 3/4 cup water 1 cup shredded lettuce 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup tomatoes, diced 1 cup taco sauce Sauté ground beef in a heavy nonstick skillet over medium high heat 7-8 minutes, breaking up meat, until browned and cooked throughout. Stir in seasoning and water and divide into taco shells. Top with lettuce, cheese and tomatoes. Serve with taco sauce.