Taco Cupcakes

Okay this picture doesn't do these little jewels justice.  And yes I should have taken the time to "decorate" them with diced tomatoes and sour cream and cilantro.  But to be honest, we just wanted to eat them.  Then. 

Super easy to make.  The kids would have fun assembling these and they're a great twist on traditional tacos but with all your favorite fillings.  And yes, you need to add the extras on top.

1 pound ground beef

1 (1.25 ounce) package of Old El Paso taco seasoning mix

36 wonton wrappers

1 (16 ounce) can Old El Paso refried beans

36 tortilla chips

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, cilantro, onion

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.  Spray 18 muffin cups with cooking spray.

Brown beef in a skillet and drain the fat. Add the taco seasoning mix and water called for on the package and simmer for 4-5 minutes.   Set aside.

Place one wonton wrapper in the bottom of each muffin cup.   Layer about 1 Tbsp of refried beans on top of each wonton.  Crush one tortilla chip on top of the beans.  Top with 1 Tbsp of taco meat and 1 Tbsp of shredded cheese.  Repeat the layers again with a wonton wrapper, refried beans, tortilla chips, taco meat, and cheese.

Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.

Remove cupcakes from tin and top with your favorite taco toppings (i.e. sour cream, diced tomatoes, onion, or cilantro)

From Tablespoon.com