Taco seasoning is always something I just grab at the grocery store when I want a classic hard taco. You know the kind: crunchy shells, ground beef, shredded lettuce and cheese, chopped tomatoes ...

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Just like when you're using the store-bought seasoning, add your homemade seasoning and 2/3 cup of water to meat that has been cooked and drained. Simmer for about 10 minutes.