Crispitos

Ingredients

• 1 quart vegetable oil , divided, for frying
• 1 onion , chopped
• 1 clove garlic , minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 10 flours tortillas
• 0.25 cups salsa con queso , optional
• 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
• toothpicks

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil to a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes. Add beef and taco seasoning and cook until beef is brown and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Drain extra liquid from skillet.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a large skillet over low heat.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, spread a teaspoon of queso sauce onto a tortilla as "glue". Add 1/4 cup browned beef in the center and top with 2 tablespoons cheese. Roll up tortilla and secure roll with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

4. 4

   Carefully place rolled up tortillas into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Transfer to a wire rack with a slotted spoon. Serve with salsa con questo and enjoy!