Sombrero Fajitas

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 8-ounce package of flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Sour cream, for topping
• Salsa, for topping

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through.
2. Add the bell pepper, onion, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
3. Lay out the flour tortillas and divide the beef and vegetable mixture evenly among each one. Sprinkle with cheese.
4. Fold the tortillas in half and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes at 350°F.
5. Serve with sour cream and salsa, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• The origin of the fajita is said to have originated in the 1930's in south Texas, when Mexican ranch hands would cook steak on their open-fire pits.
• Fajitas are not just for beef - they can be made with chicken, pork, or even vegetables.
• The word “fajita” is derived from the Spanish word “faja”, which means “belt” or “sash”.