Preparation time: 15 minutes. Serves: 4.

1 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed (opt.)
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. chili powder
2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 c. diced tomatoes
4 lg. wheat flour tortillas
Oil for frying tortillas

1. Brown together ground beef, onion and garlic in a heavy frying pan over medium heat, stirring until meat loses its pinkness.

2. Add salt and chili powder, blending well.

3. Place 1/2 cup of the ground beef filling, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/2 cup tomatoes onto 1/2 of each tortilla. Fold other half over filling, pressing it down to remove any air pockets.

4. Pour oil into large skillet to 1/4 inch depth.

5. When oil is hot, place filled tortillas into pan, a few at a time. Saute over medium to high heat until golden on each side, about 45 seconds per side.

6. Remove from pan onto paper toweling. Cut into wedges to serve. Recipe may be halved or doubled.

TIPS: For a hotter, more South-of-the-Border flavor, sprinkle diced jalapeno peppers or green chilies into centers before folding and frying.

HEALTH NOTE: To reduce fat and calories, use extra lean ground beef or ground turkey. Halve the amount of cheese.