Turkey Tacos

This recipe came from Jess's family.  For the longest time EVERY SUNDAY they would have tacos and ranch for dinner. It is a SERIOUS favorite in their household.  I had them many times over there when we were dating and was flabbergasted when i found out the ground meat was actually turkey! I didn't even know turkey came in any other form besides Thanksgiving style! I was hooked! So when we got married I was scared to say the least, that I would not be able to live up to his mother's tacos. So here is my version which Jess has grown to love even more :) 

Turkey Tacos

1 package of Jenny-O LEAN ground turkey (must be LEAN not EXTRA LEAN)

1/2 medium onion

1 package McCormick original Taco seasoning

3/4 c. water

2 T. granulated garlic 

1/2 or whole can refried beans (I've done both and they are both delicious, just depends how many you have to feed!)

3 T. milk

Toppings:

lettuce

tomatoes

mexican cheese blend

taco shells or soft white corn tortillas

*secret ingredient*- RANCH! (Buttermilk recipe)

Over medium heat add chopped onions and ground turkey and let it brown, stirring occasionally. (I always drain the pan of the excess oil before continuing on) Next, stir in seasoning mix and water. Add granulated garlic, stir thoroughly. Turn heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. 

While the meat is simmering, combine refried beans and milk in a small saucepan over medium low heat until beans are warm.  Add beans to meat mixture for the last 2 minutes of simmering. Make sure beans are fully mixed with the meat and you are ready to serve!!!

Choose your style of taco shell or tortilla and load on all your favorite toppings. But most importantly... do not forget to top it off with a few dollops of ranch. I promise you won't be disappointed

-Kim