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Melany has been writing food news for Taste Recipes<\/em> for four years. Her knowledge of current culinary trends comes from her extensive time spent on FoodTok and scouring Instagram for any unusual food, charcuterie design or coffee shop creation. Apart from freelancing, she has worked at bookstores like Barnes & Noble and Half Price Books and as a barista. She has always wanted a career in writing, and got her start at Taste Recipes. When she\u2019s not working, Melany is playing the latest video game, curled up with a book or spending time with her cats.<\/p>","twitter":"","instagram":"","facebook":"","public_email":"","linkedin":"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/melany-love-b8b7a6b5\/","tiktok":"","youtube":"","location":"Chicago, IL","school_and_year":"University of Illinois","education":" University of Illinois, bachelor's in English creative writing<\/p>","highlights":" Melany started her career in writing at Taste Recipes<\/em>. When she's not scribbling in her notebook or working at her computer, she can be found experimenting with new recipes or relaxing with a book and her cats.<\/p>","user_nicename":"melany-love","type":"guest-author","nickname":""}},"extracted_shortcodes":{"[collection id=\"562649\" title=\"Taco Bell Copycats You Can Make at Home\"]":{"ID":562649,"post_author":"7028","post_date":"2018-03-27 18:54:41","post_date_gmt":"2018-03-27 18:54:41","post_content":"\r\n
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Inspired By: Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito<\/a><\/h2>This classic vegan burrito is packed with rice and beans for a filling plant-based meal that's so easy to make.
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Inspired By: Nacho Fries<\/a><\/h2>Don't plan on coming away with clean fingers after digging into these cheese fries! For a more authentic copycat, add some of this homemade taco seasoning<\/a> to your fries.
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Breakfast Tacos<\/a><\/h2>Any taco can be a breakfast taco if you want it to be, but it's hard to beat breakfast tacos filled with migas, fluffy scrambled eggs with soft bits of corn tortillas folded in. They're a lovely way to start your day.
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Inspired By: Cheese Quesadilla<\/a><\/h2>We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. \u2014Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
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Inspired By: Chicken Burrito<\/a><\/h2>Our baked chicken burritos recipe is wonderfully delicious thanks to loads of cheese, a delightful blend of spices and chicken broth that keeps the filling perfectly moist.
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Inspired By: Guacamole Side<\/a><\/h2>I always judge a Tex-Mex restaurant by its guacamole. And although it's simple to prepare, it can go wrong oh, so easily. I've spent many years perfecting mine, to the point where I think it's better than most restaurants. \u2014Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
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Inspired By: Spicy Tostada<\/a><\/h2>You only need a handful of ingredients to make one of our family\u2019s favorites. It's also easy to double for company! \u2014Susan Brown, Kansas City, Kansas
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Taco Salad for a Large Crowd<\/a><\/h2>I made this huge taco salad to bring to a party and people were scrambling to figure out who made it. Needless to say I only brought home an empty bowl and the guests went home with a full stomach! Everyone loves this taco salad recipe. \u2014Lisa Homer, Avon, New York
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Inspired By: Grande Scrambler<\/a><\/h2>Burritos for breakfast? Why not! These zesty handheld breakfast burritos will start your day with a smile. You can also make and freeze them ahead, then just pop them into the microwave for a quick meal.
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Inspired By: Chicken Soft Taco<\/a><\/h2>My family loves these tacos. The chicken cooks in the slow cooker, so it\u2019s convenient to throw together before I leave for work. Then we just roll it up in tortillas with the remaining ingredients and dinner\u2019s ready in minutes. \u2014Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, Iowa
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Inspired By: Nacho Cheese Sauce<\/a><\/h2>This slow-cooker nacho dip recipe is simple to prep but delivers huge flavor. The basic recipe features creamy cheese, chunky salsa, ground beef and spices, but it's endlessly adaptable. You can make it meatless, hot or mild, extra cheesy or veggie-rich.
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Inspired By: Chalupa Supreme<\/a><\/h2>Forget everything you've learned from Taco Bell. Our chicken chalupa recipe is a lighter version of the traditional Mexican dish, with seasoned shredded chicken baked on top of a crispy corn tortilla shell.
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Inspired By: Grilled Breakfast Burrito<\/a><\/h2>Egg burritos are a fusion between Mexican and American cooking styles. This recipe isn't quite as stuffed as a traditional burrito, so it's lighter on the stomach.