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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
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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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Cooking Up Carne Asada Tacos with The Roundup App from Canadian Beef

February 24, 2015 by Kathryn 30 Comments

As somebody that loves to cook, I have a passion for food and choosing a favourite meal is no easy task for me. But there are a few dishes that I especially love and one of those is a thick and juicy ribeye steak cooked on the barbeque. The rich taste of beef is one that almost everyone loves and when it’s prepared just right, it’s irresistible.

Because beef is such a popular food, it’s always fun to find new ways to use it in meals and recipes. And to help with that, Canadian Beef has created a fabulous new app called The Roundup, available for iOS and Android systems. While the app does feature some tasty recipes, that’s just the start of the useful information it has available!

canadian beef carne asada

From safe food handling to different preparation methods to the various cuts of beef, this app has so much useful information for any fan of Canadian Beef. I downloaded it for my iPhone and within minutes I was learning more about the best ways to store, cook and serve various beef cuts. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Reviews, Reviews and Giveaways Tagged With: app reviews, asada, beef, beef recipes, canada beef, canada beef app, canadian, canadian beef, carne, carne asada, cooking, cooking with beef, food, mexican, recipe app, roundup app, steak, steak tacos, tacos, the roundup, the roundup app

Add Gourmet Style to Mexican Night with Old El Paso Restaurante Soft Taco Kits-Giveaway

November 6, 2014 by Kathryn 85 Comments

There are a few dinners that I can always be sure my boys will eat and Old El Paso tacos are a meal choice that Zackary and Benjamin always devour. They would happily eat tacos every day if I let them, but I like a little more variety in my meals. And while I enjoy a tasty ground beef taco as much as anyone, I do often crave something more gourmet for dinner.

Now, Old El Paso has a new line of spft taco kits that satisfy both my boys and me. Old El Paso Restaurante soft taco kits feature restaurant-style flavour with at-home convenience. There are three delicious kits to choose from: Steak Carne Asada, Baja Fish and Chicken Tinga. And recently I received all three so that I could create my own Mexican feast.

steak carne asada soft taco

I decided to make the Steak Carne Asada kit since it featured seasoning to make guacamole and I am a huge fan of anything involving avocados. I mashed the seasoning with one ripe avocado, set the finished guacamole aside and started making the steak. With just the seasoning pouch, water, oil and vinegar, this marinade couldn’t be easier. The smell had my mouth watering even before the meat was cooking! [Read more…]

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With New Meal Solutions From Old El Paso, You Can Heat it Up or Keep it Mild-Giveaway #LMDConnector

August 23, 2012 by Kathryn 188 Comments

When it comes to Mexican food, there’s one question that always needs to be asked before the cooking begins…hot or mild? While some people can take the heat, others are more likely to get out of the kitchen if dinner has too much spice. So how can a mom make a Mexican meal that the whole family will love? With new products from Old El Paso!

old el paso hot and mild prize pack

Recently, we received an assortment of the new Hot and Mild products to try for ourselves and we couldn’t wait to dig in. Here are the details on the new products: [Read more…]

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