Greek Tacos

July 18, 2009 at 1:10 pm (baby spinach, black pepper, canned diced tomatoes, feta, garlic powder, Greek, greek seasoning, ground beef, ground mustard, lemon pepper seasoning, Main Dish, marjoram, oregano, oven, pitted ripe olives, Quick Dishes, red onion, salt, stovetop, taco shells)

Makes: 12 tacos
Total Time: 30 min

1 lb. ground beef
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 teaspoons Greek seasoning*
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 can (2-1/4 oz.) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 package (4-1/2 oz.) taco shells
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped red onion
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In a large skillet, brown beef over medium heat; drain. Stir in tomatoes, Greek seasoning, garlic and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until thickened. Add spinach and olives; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes or until spinach is wilted.

Meanwhile, place taco shells on a baking sheet. Bake at 300 degrees for 3 to 5 minutes or until heated through.

Spoon about 1/4 cup of beef mixture into each shell. Top with feta cheese and onion.

*For a substitute for Greek seasoning, use 1/2 teaspoon each dried oregano, dried marjoram, garlic powder, lemon-pepper seasoning, ground mustard and salt. Makes 1 T.