Beef Taco Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients:

1 finely chopped onion

2 cloves minced garlic

1 Tbsp. olive oil

1 lb. extra lean ground beef

15 oz. can drained and rinsed kidney beans

1/4 c. water

2 Tbsp. taco seasoning

12 large lettuce leaves

Directions:

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add in onion and garlic and saute for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Next, add in ground beef and break up with a spoon. Let cook until meat is completely browned. In a small bowl or measuring cup combine water and taco seasoning. Pour into skillet over meat and add in beans. Let mixture come to a boil and lower to a simmer. Let simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes until there is no liquid left in skillet. Divide the beef mixture into 12 even servings. Put one serving in the center of a leaf of lettuce and roll or fold to create a lettuce wrap. Repeat until you have 12 lettuce wraps.

Yield: 12 wraps
Serving Size: 2 wraps is 1.5 oz meat/meat alternate and a 1/4 cup vegetable for a 3-5 year old at lunch/supper
Credit: Everyday Maven Blog