Beef Tostadas

Directions

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   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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   Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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   Add the garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
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   Add the beef and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, breaking up the meat, until browned, about 3 minutes.
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   Add the tomato paste and chili powder and cook, stirring, about 2 more minutes.
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   Meanwhile, heat the refried beans in a small saucepan.
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   Thin the sour cream with about 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl.
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   Spread the beans on the tostadas, then top with the beef and cheese.
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   Drizzle with the sour cream.
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    Top with lettuce, hot sauce and/or cilantro.
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    Per serving: Calories 660; Fat 42 g (Saturated 16 g); Cholesterol 114 mg; Sodium 1,252 mg; Carbohydrate 38 g; Fiber 7 g; Protein 36 g
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    Photograph by Antonis Achilleos