If you have the time, making taco meat on the stovetop is my favorite method. If you don't have time, checkout our Slow Cooker Taco Meat recipe. It's almost as good and takes much less active time. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:37] … [Read more...]
Stovetop Spanish Rice
While we often eat Spanish Rice from a package (it's fast and I don't have to think about the spices), it's pretty salty. Portion control is an issue too, since one box is barely enough for our smaller crew who are home most of the year and two boxes makes too much even when we have all the college kids home. This recipe can be increased and decreased by simply multiplying or … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Taco Meat
This taco meat is made entirely in the slow cooker--no prior browning required. While I prefer my beef browned in a pan, there are times when the Hectic Household demands that I be elsewhere when dinner is being prepared. This recipe lets me do two things at once. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:36] … [Read more...]
Homemade Taco Shells
I discovered this method of preparing taco shells from my friends at MyFridgeFood. They have some really great recipes over there. I'm including this tip here because I love the ability to customize the width and doneness of these taco shells. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:35] … [Read more...]
Lazy Man’s Sopapillas
I'm pretty much the farthest thing from Mexican on the planet, but I do like Mexican food. I'm also a moderate fan of dessert, but my family firmly stands in the dessert-first category. Heck, my Mom plans her entire meal at a restaurant around what dessert she's going to have. So over time I've had to figure out how to make desserts that appeal to a large group (there are ten … [Read more...]