Jack-in-the Box Tacos

My husband loves Jack-in-the-Box tacos, but considering we don't have any locations here, he has settled for these.  Pretty darn yummy!

1 lb ground beef
1/2 C refried beans
1/2 tsp garlic salt
2 Tbsp chili powder
1/4 C taco sauce
12 corn tortillas
6 slices American cheese
shredded lettuce
oil for frying

Brown ground beef and break it apart into small crumbles with back of wooden spoon.
Add refried beans, stirring to make a semi-smooth texture.
Add in seasonings and taco sauce, remove from heat.
Heat oil until hot.
Spread 1/12 mixture on tortilla and fold in half.
Drop in hot oil and fry on both sides until crispy.
Once fried, cool for a few moments, pry open slightly, and slide half a slice of cheese inside.
Garnish top of taco with lettuce and extra sauce.

Sour Cream Enchiladas

1 lb diced chicken
1 tsp garlic salt
1/2 tsp cumin
1 chopped onion
1 tbsp butter
8 8-inch tortillas (we use Tortilla Land brand)
2 C cheese
1/4 C butter
1/4 C flour
1 can (15 oz) chicken broth
1 C sour cream
1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies

Cook and season chicken and onion in pan over med-high heat, until chicken is cooked through.
Melt butter in a saucepan, and stir in flour to make a roux; stir constantly until bubbly.
Whisk in chicken broth, bringing mixture to a boil, stirring frequently.
Remove from heat and add sour cream and green chilies.
Cook tortillas on stove top.  Divide chicken between tortillas and sprinkle 1 1/2 Tbsp cheese in each.
Roll tortillas and place seam side down in 9 x 13 pan, that has been lightly sprayed with canola oil non stick spray (we use the Sam's Club brand).
Pour sauce over tortillas and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
Cook in 400* oven for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Taco Seasoning

3/4 tsp paprika
2 tsp dried onion flakes
1/2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp chili powder
3/4 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
3/4 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp coriander (optional)

Mix together in small bowl or sprinkle directly over ground beef.
*If using as taco beef, add 3/4 C water and simmer for 5 minutes.

Taco Casserole

1 lb ground beef
1 pkg taco seasoning
3/4 C water
1 can (15 oz) beans (refried, black, or pinto)
2 C monterey jack cheese
1 C salsa
1 onion chopped
1 can (2 1/3 oz) sliced olives
1 chopped tomato
2 C coarsely crushed corn chips (we like Mission brand or fritos)

Brown ground beef, add taco seasonings and water. Simmer 5 minutes.
Heat beans on stove until hot. Stir in cheese and salsa.
Spread bean mixture in bottom of 9" square pan. Add beef on top. Sprinkle corn chips, remaining cheese, and olives on top.   
Bake in 375* oven until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from heat and sprinkle tomato on top.