Kid-Friendly Taco Cups

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small white onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1/2 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 cup baby spinach, shredded
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked, if available)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup heirloom cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 1 lime, juiced
• 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Method

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and chopped onion.
2. Stir occasionally until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add garlic, ground pork, peppers and spinach.
4. Stir to crumble meat, cook until no longer pink, about 6 minutes.
5. Return to heat and add seasonings, stirring to combine.
6. Brown meat 2–3 minutes more and until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
7. Remove from heat and set aside.
8. In a small bowl, combine tomatoes with lime juice and fresh cilantro.
9. Season with salt if desired.
10. Arrange 12 serving cups on a platter and fill with cooked pork mixture.
11. Top with your choice of toppings and tomatoes.
12. Serve immediately.