Taco Seasoning Packet For The Frugal Home-Maker Recipe

Name: Taco Seasoning Packet For The Frugal Home-Maker
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: To season 1-2 lbs of ground meat; 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes; 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons basil; 2 teaspoons oregano; 2 teaspoons parsley; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; At serving time; 3/4 cup water; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

To season 1-2 lbs of ground meat
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons basil
2 teaspoons oregano
2 teaspoons parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
At serving time
3/4 cup water
salt & pepper

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Tear off a 4-inch strip of aluminum foil, then tear the rectangle in half to have a roughly 4x4 square OR use a snack-size zipper bag.
2
Dump all spices & herbs in a small pile.
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Fold foil edges up, pressing folds firmly to seal tightly.
4
Store in a cool dark container.
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AT SERVING TIME: Sprinkle packet contents over browned hamburger, add water.
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Simmer lightly, cover with lid to allow onions to re-plump.
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After about 7 minutes, check if water has simmered off and if onions are plumped up. If not, add another tablespoon (or two), and continue plumping.
8
We prefer our taco/enchilada meat a bit juicy, but you may wish to remove the lid and let it dry before serving.
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USES: tacos, taco salad, burrito, tostada, enchilada, Mexican lasagna.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: To season 1-2 lbs of ground meat, 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes, 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, 2 teaspoons basil, and more.

Yes, Taco Seasoning Packet For The Frugal Home-Maker falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Taco Seasoning Packet For The Frugal Home-Maker

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