Preheat the skillet over medium-high heat. Drain and season the ground beef with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Use a spatula to break up the meat as it cooks, until fully browned and fragrant, approximately 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
1 pound ground beef, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, to taste salt and pepper
Arrange the taco-shell-inspired buns on a baking sheet, and place a slice of processed cheese inside each one. Place under a broiler or in a hot oven until the cheese has melted smoothly and the buns are golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
4 slices processed cheese slices, 4 burger buns taco-shell-inspired buns
Once the buns are crispy and the cheese is melted, remove from the oven and carefully open each bun. Spoon a generous portion of the seasoned ground beef into each bun, ensuring an even amount of meat in each.
1 pound ground beef
Top the beef-filled buns with additional melted cheese, if desired, or any preferred toppings, then close the buns gently to hold everything inside. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy exterior and the melty, savory filling.
