Crispy Beef Tacos

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Wrap the tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave on high for 30 seconds, until pliable.
2. 2
   Discard the paper towels and coat the tortillas with nonstick spray.
3. 3
   Fold the tortillas over the lip of a 13-by-9 inch baking dish with handles.
4. 4
   Bake until crisp and firm, about 15 minutes.
5. 5
   In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
6. 6
   When the oil is hot, add the onion and garlic.
7. 7
   Cook and stir for a few minutes, until soft.
8. 8
   Add the beef, breaking the meat up with the back of a spoon, until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes.
9. 9
   Season with salt and pepper.
10. 10
    Add the sun-dried tomato paste, red pepper flakes, oregano, and cumin, stirring to combine.
11. 11
    Stir in the tomato sauce.
12. 12
    Cook for another 5 minutes, until the mixture is thick.
13. 13
    Remove from the heat and add the cilantro and scallions.
14. 14
    To serve, put a couple of tablespoons of the meat mixture in a taco shell.
15. 15
    Top with lettuce, cheese, jalapeno, and sour cream.