8 Taco Tuesday Recipes That Aren't Tacos

Tuesdays are common; these recipes are not.

Published on June 14, 2021

Whether you're feastin', fiesta-in', or just trying to spruce up the average Taco Tuesday, we've got anything-but-ordinary recipes that think outside the shell. Shape your tortillas into bowls for a restaurant-quality taco salad, or swap the tortillas for pasta shells, pie crust, tater tots, and more. Watch the video above and scroll below for 8 genius ideas for tacos with a twist.

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Emily's Excellent Taco Casserole

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Make this quick and easy casserole for a weeknight dinner! This recipe uses vegetarian chili, but you can substitute your favorite. Want to go all out? Make your own homemade guacamole to top!

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Heavenly Taco Pie

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MyRecipes combines all the best parts of Tex-Mex cuisine into a savory pie. Make it ahead of time, store in the fridge, and pop it in the oven for a family-pleasing dinner. For optimal results, allow to cool slightly before serving.

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Tacos in Pasta Shells

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Please both the adults and kids at dinnertime with this easy, family-friendly recipe full of Mexican flavors that everyone craves. Serve with sour cream, green onions, tomatoes, lettuce, black olives, and hot sauce.

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Restaurant-Style Taco Salad

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This Better Homes & Gardens recipe shows you how to transform a flour tortilla into a crispy taco salad shell using a clever cooking hack, then fill it with salad and a beef and bean topping for a Mexican meal your whole family will adore.

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Taco-Tot Casserole

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Tex-Mex meets tater tots in this easy, inexpensive, and all-around comforting one-dish dinner from MyRecipes. Top this fiesta of a casserole with fresh garnishes, such as avocado, tomato, jalapeño, and cilantro.

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Instant Pot 2-Minute Taco Soup

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Dinner doesn't get any simpler than this tasty, family-friendly taco soup from MyRecipes. Let the pressure cooker do all the work, with easy clean up and minimal prep. Serve with corn tortilla strips for added crunch.

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Taco Mac & Cheese

how to make taco macaroni and cheese — MyRecipes

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When taco night meets mac and cheese, magic happens. MyRecipes combines melty cheese, hearty ground beef, and a creamy Tex-Mex inspired sauce in this taco-mac skillet for a maximum comfort food meal.

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Apple Pie Tacos

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Homemade taco shells are dusted with cinnamon sugar and stuffed with cooked apples in this fun recipe from Better Homes & Gardens. Top with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel for an ooey-gooey dessert delight.