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Cheesy Rotel Beef Tacos

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A cozy, flavor-forward weeknight favorite with savory seasoned beef and a creamy, tomato-chile cheese sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 cups whole milk
  • 2 cans (10 oz each) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
  • 2.5 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • Hot sauce (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and slightly softened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onion. Cook until thoroughly browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and stir well.
  3. Melt the unsalted butter in a separate saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the all-purpose flour to form a roux and cook for about 1 minute.
  4. Gradually whisk the whole milk into the roux, adding a little at a time until smooth. Continue cooking and whisking until thickened.
  5. Stir in the undrained Rotel and then add the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until fully melted.
  6. Pour the meat mixture into the cheese sauce or combine in the skillet, mixing well.
  7. Stir in the sour cream and hot sauce if using. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
  8. Serve the cheesy Rotel beef in taco shells or warmed tortillas. Garnish if desired.

Notes

For the best melt and texture, shred your own cheddar cheese. If the cheese sauce becomes too thick, whisk in a splash of milk.

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Keywords: tacos, beef tacos, cheesy tacos, Rotel, easy weeknight meal

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