or shells around, and is also handy if your watching your calorie intake. iceberg in particular still has the crunch that most of us desire, and is convenient shape and size (when a head is cut in half) but romaine will also do just fine here. now, this "recipe" is really more of an "unrecipe" or a guideline, if you will. the taco seasoning works really well for me, but if you want to throw in some paprika, or some cayenne for some kick, giver hell! i've suggested some toppings below, but we all know that the possibilities are literally endless. tacos really are a perfect food if done right as they balance protein, hefty vegetable servings, and craving satisfaction very well. if your childhood wasn't filled with taco night like mine + so man others, then now's the time to start the tradition! 1/2 large head of iceberg lettuce (cut vertically from core to top of head) SUGGESED TOPPINGS grated cheese sour cream salsa sliced black olives diced tomatoes diced red onion slivered green onions guacamole sliced red cabbage crumbled tortilla chips refried beans corn niblets sliced jicama or radish Instructions in a large pan or skillet, brown beef (or heat other ingredient such as tofu) until almost cooked through, then add all other ingredients and stir to combine. mixture will seem dry + chunky, so add water a few tablespoons at a time, ensuring that you scrape all the good brown bits on the bottom of the pan.