Salad Tacos

INGREDIENTS

• 16 whole Taco Shells
• 2 pounds Ground Beef
• 3 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning
• 1 can (4 Ounce) Tomato Paste
• Salt To Taste
• 1 can (14.5 Ounce) Beans (kidney, Pinto, Chili), Undrained
• 1/2 cup Hot Water
• 1 head Green Leaf Lettuce, Sliced Very Thin
• 1 cup Grape Tomatoes, Halved (or Diced Regular Tomatoes)
• 1 cup Grated Cheese (cheddar, Jack, Or Cheddar/jack)
• FOR THE DRESSING:
• 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Sour Cream
• 1/4 cup Salsa
• 1 Tablespoon Ranch Dressing Mix (optional)
• Extra Hot Sauce (optional)
• Crushed Tortilla Chips (optional)