1. If using taco shells, preheat oven to 350° F.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and cook until mostly browned, breaking up the beef as you go, about 7 minutes.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low and drain excess fat from the ground beef, leaving some juices. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the browned ground beef in the skillet and add 3 tablespoons of water. Mix well and continue to cook until no pink is left, about 3 minutes.
4. If using Beyond Meat Crumbles, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot add one tablespoon of olive oil, swirl to coat the pan, and add the crumbles. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes before adding the spice mixture and 4-5 tablespoons of water. Stir well, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and allow the mixture to cook. For an even easier option, choose the already-seasoned Beyond Meat Feisty Crumbles and simply follow the package directions.
5. While meat continues to cook, place the taco shells on a baking sheet and place in the preheated oven for about 3 minutes to warm.
6. For tacos: Fill each shell with a heaping tablespoon of taco meat and add your choice of toppings.
7. For taco salad: Fill a bowl with a large handful of lettuce, placing tortilla chips around the edges. Add your choice of toppings.

Tips for What to Do With Excess Ingredients: excess salsa can be eaten with excess tortilla chips as a snack or appetizer.

Source: Lani Jacobs-Banner