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Slow Cooker Taco Casserole – Quick, Easy and Delicious

February 27, 2018 by Kathryn 38 Comments

If there’s one meal that my family loves, it’s tacos. And even though tacos are hailed as being an easy meal choice…well darn, they’re just not. First, there’s preparing the beef. Then the endless task of chopping the vegetables and scooping the sauces begins. And then, finally, kids and adults alike can prepare their tacos.

But the work doesn’t end there. Because now, after supper ends, parents get to clean up the toppings that have inevitably spilled onto the floor. Broken taco shells, shredded lettuce, splatters of salsa…there has to be a better way!

taco-casserole-with-avocado

Well luckily for taco lovers everywhere, there is! Say hello to your weekday saviour, a meal everyone in the family will rave about…

Slow Cooker Taco Casserole!

My husband was the creator of this delectable delight and if you’ve been searching for a family-pleasing favourite, look no further. Whether you’re using a slow cooker or an Instant Pot, this meal will whip up in a flash.

taco-casserole

Now let’s talk toppings. They can be as simple or as complex as your family desires. In our househohld, all the traditional taco toppings make an apprearance. But my personal favourites are avocado, cilantro and even more shredded cheese. There can never, ever be enough shredded cheese.

So no matter how you like your tacos, or how easy you think a taco dinner is already, you need to try this casserole. It will redefine Taco Tuesday in your house!

Taco Casserole

Slow Cooker Taco Casserole

Yield: 6 people
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes

A rich and savoury taco blend that can be made in either a slow cooker or a pressure cooker. Perfect for a quick weekday meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red pepper, diced
  • 1 green pepper, diced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 pkg taco seasoning
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Spanish rice, cooked
  • Avocado, cilantro, crushed tortilla chips, additional shredded cheese, if desired

Instructions

  1. Brown ground beef in slow cooker. (If slow cooker doesn’t have browning setting, use skillet.)
  2. Add onions and peppers and let saute until vetgetables are soft.
  3. Add broth, tomatoes, sauce and taco seasoning.
  4. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours. If using pressure cooker,  set for 10 lbs of pressure and cook for 20 minutes.
  5. Stir in shredded cheese.
  6. Add cooked rice to bowls. Top with taco casserole. Garnish with additional toppings as desired.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 6 people
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 447Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 939mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 5gSugar: 7gProtein: 30g
© Kathryn
Cuisine: Mexican / Category: Main Course

Easy and Delicious Slow Cooker Taco Casserole! Perfect for a busy weekday, and can also be made in an Instant Pot!

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Add Mexican Flair to a Party with 3 Appetizer Recipes Made Easy with Old El Paso

August 8, 2016 by Kathryn 15 Comments

My family is just a little bit obsessed with Mexican food. Taco night is a staple in our dinner repertoire, enchiladas are a fun and delicious fancier meal choice, chips and salsa are a frequent snack…Mexican food is something that none of us ever get tired of having! And that’s why we all love Old El Paso.

3 easy mexican appetizers for your next party

But even as much as I love all kinds of Mexican delicacies, I sometimes forget just how versatile the cuisine style can be. That’s why I decided to use my favourite Old El Paso products to create some quick and easy party-worthy appetizers with Mexican flair. [Read more…]

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Family Dinner is Quick and Tasty with an Easy Peanut Beef Recipe

April 19, 2016 by Kathryn 30 Comments

A few weeks ago, my fiance and I were setting the table for dinner and he mentioned that one thing we’ve really mastered since moving in with one another is the family dinner.

Without fail, the four of us manage to sit down to a home-cooked meal almost every night. And even on nights when Jeremy’s job takes him to work, the boys and I have a family dinner of our own.

Making meals that we enjoy as adults, but that are still kid-friendly, is a big help when it comes to making family dinner a priority. And since we’re a typical busy family, having quick and easy meals in our repertoire is a must.

That’s why Canadian Beef is a frequent choice for our dinner table! Whether we’re cooking up succulent burgers, tender steak or spicy tacos, beef is the perfect fast and delicious choice for the whole family!

Easy Peanut Beef Recipe

Looking for a great recipe for those busy weeknights? This easy Peanut Beef takes just twenty minutes to make and is a surefire crowd pleaser! Serve it over rice or vermicelli and tailor the vegetables to suit your family’s tastes for a meal that kids and adults will both enjoy! [Read more…]

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Throwing a Hit Viewing Party is Easy with the SUBWAY Canada Prime Rib Melt

November 12, 2015 by Kathryn 315 Comments

I’m really not a big television person, but I do have a few must-see shows. In the spring, I always make time for the newest season of Game of Thrones. And in the fall, watching the latest episodes of The Walking Dead is a must.

My significant other has the same must-see television list that I do (in fact, he was the one that originally got me hooked on The Walking Dead), so watching the latest episode together each week is one of our bonding moments.

eating subs walking dead viewing party

Usually, it’s just the two of us relaxing at home while we watch but last Sunday, SUBWAY Canada challenged us to make our prime time television viewing even better with our own The Walking Dead viewing party. And with the hugely popular SUBWAY Prime Rib Melt featuring 100% Canadian beef back as an everyday menu item at SUBWAY Canada, we knew we had the food figured out!

The Decor

walking dead viewing party decor

Throwing a viewing party might seem like a lot of work, but I soon learned that it doesn’t take much to turn an ordinary night of watching television into something special. We invited a few couples over for the event and I started planning ways to add some zombie style to the house. My first stop was the dollar store. I grabbed “blood” red plates as well as a katana-style toy sword like the one Michonne uses and a black toy gun to toss on the table as props. [Read more…]

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Treat Yourself to the New McDonald’s Mighty Angus Burger-Giveaway

August 18, 2015 by Kathryn 199 Comments

I don’t eat fast food very often, so when I do decide to treat myself, I want the meal I choose to be something I’ll absolutely adore. And whether I’m in the mood for something sweet or something savoury, McDonald’s has some menu options that win my heart every time. In fact, Sausage and Egg McMuffin breakfast sandwiches have been my all-time favourite breakfast ever since I was a kid, and I still can’t resist an Oreo McFlurry on a hot day!

angus burger mcdonald's

But oddly enough, one of the McDonald’s menu choices I wasn’t all that crazy about was the hamburgers. They just didn’t wow me the way some of the other menu items did, and as somebody that loves to barbeque, I was happier making my own burgers at home. Now, that’s changed thanks to the introduction of the Mighty Angus Burger! [Read more…]

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