1 lb. lean ground beef

1 large onion, chopped

1 tbsp chili powder

1/2 tsp each ground cumin and oregano leaves

Prepared taco sauce

1 medium sized head of iceberg lettuce, shredded

1/4 lb bean sprouts

1 cup thinly sliced green onions including tops

1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced

1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

3 cups crushed tortilla or corn chips

2 medium size tomatoes, cut into wedges

sour cream

Crumble beef into a wide frying pan over medium high heat. Cook stirring, until browed. Stir in onion and cook until soft. Spoon off and discard excess fat. Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, and 2-3 tbsp taco sauce. Mix well and remove from heat.

Place lettuce in a large salad bowl. Add bean sprouts, green onions, cucumber, and cheese. Add meat mixture and tortilla chips. Mix well. Garnish with tomatoes.

Spoon sour cream and additional taco sauce individually according to taste.

Makes 6 to 8 servings.

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