By Liz Scott

Gluten-Free Turkey Tequila Tacos

SERVES 4

This mild-flavored taco meat has just a touch of heat from tequila.

1¼ pounds ground turkey

1/3 cup water

1/3 cup lime juice

1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder

½ teaspoon cumin

2 teaspoons dried oregano

½ teaspoon celery salt

1 teaspoon dried thyme

¼ teaspoon cinnamon

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, if tolerated

4 tablespoons tomato paste (onion and garlic free)

2 tablespoons tequila

❧ Gluten-free corn tortillas

❧ Grated cheddar or other flavorful cheese or nondairy substitute

❧ Shredded lettuce, carrots, jicama, cabbage and other favorite veggies

❧ Diced fresh tomatoes

1. In a large skillet, brown the turkey over medium-high heat. Drain any fat from the pan.

2. Add remaining ingredients except tortillas, cheese and vegetables and turn heat down to medium. Cook until ¾ of the liquid has boiled away.

3. Set out dishes with chopped veggies, cheese and warm tortillas. Let everyone put together their own tacos for a fun family meal.

Each serving of filling contains 246 calories, 12g total fat, 3g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 112mg cholesterol, 5g carbohydrate, 266mg sodium, 1g fiber,

26g protein.

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