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Taco Seasoning Recipe + National Crunchy Taco Day + Cascade Party Pack Giveaway

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simple taco seasoning recipe

Those who know me well know that there’s nothing I value more in food than a great taco.  I’ve had friends point out that I always choose whatever is the closest thing to a taco on any given menu.  I will admit that this is pretty much true, but really, who could blame me?  I mean, how often can you pack so much from the food pyramid (or whatever shape that thing is now) into one bite?  Also, it is a great way to trick my kids into eating vegetables.

simple taco seasoning recipe

So, last week (March 21st) it was National Crunchy Taco Day.  Now, not that I needed an excuse to eat more delicious crunchy tacos, but let’s celebrate!  You will notice that there are also a few soft shell tacos because Davis has a deep love with the soft shell.  However, I am here to tell you that the boy ate 4, yes 4 tacos in one sitting. He must be about to hit a growth spurt.

simple taco seasoning recipe

I like to lay out all of the taco topping options… a taco bar if you will.  I think this makes it more fun for the kids and encourage them to reach for more “green”.  The other thing this does is dirty up even more dishes.  I am not a fan of that!

simple taco seasoning recipe

Not only are there the leftover dishes and serving bowls, but there’s also that sauce pan that I cooked the meat in.  There’s generally stuck on meat, grease and spices.  So, how do you solve the problem quickly?  I have been and will continue to use Cascade.  Cascade Platinum is like the bomb diggity of dish detergents!  I don’t have to soak the pans or pre-rinse.  Just get rid of most of the food (let’s be honest… 2 boys don’t do this sometimes) and plop those nasty dishes in the washer with the Cascade Platinum packet.  The result is always pristine dishes free from the grim and I have saved myself the elbow grease and time.

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Now, for those of you looking for your very own taco seasoning recipe, here is one we like because there is less sodium and you can make up a batch and store it!

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SIMPLE TACO SEASONING RECIPE

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • pinch of red pepper flakes (I don’t use much)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of salt (or less)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

Mix all dry ingredients together.  Use about 3 tablespoons per pound of ground beef and add about 2/3 cups of water.

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  1. I love making homemade taco seasoning! It’s cheaper in the long run and it just tastes better!

  2. I like how you put the toppings and seasonings in a cupcake mold. Yum and its Taco Tuesday now so thanks for the taco hack!

  3. I love soft tacos with lots of meat, tomatoes and cheese but my husband likes hard tacos.

  6. i could live on tacos and pizza, my fav foods ever. will have to try your version!

  7. I use homemade taco seasoning and serve the meat in soft shells topped with pico de gallo, queso fresco, cilantro and roasted corn.

  8. I love the display of a taco bar, but who wants more dishes? Glad it’s so easy to clean up with Cascade!

  10. My favorite way to serve a taco is to set out all the ingredients and let people make their own.

  11. Taco’s are my favorite meal to make for the kiddies! So trying these toppings with my kiddies!

  13. I like it in a hard taco with lots of sour cream, lettuce, diced tomatoes ground beef

  14. My favorite taco has a flour shell, lettuce, tomato, cheese, taco meat, re fried beans,and sour cream.

  15. I love to make a taco bar. I put out all the toppings and let my friends go nuts making their own tacos or taco salads.

  17. I serve tacos with beef, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheese, salsa and sour cream.

  18. We fry the tortillas lightly til they’re crispy/chewy and put in ground beef, cheese, salsa, avocados, lettuce and hot sauce.

  19. I love a good taco salad, but I love tacos in every way! 🙂

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  20. Those look and sound so good and how great of an idea to put the toppings in that. I love just about any taco but my favorite is shrimp tacos with cilantro and fresh onion. Cheese dip is great too! 😉

  21. Oh that is such a fun way to do the tacos with the muffin cups! I have to do that for us! I guess I am pretty boring with ours….I just put everything in a separate bowl…and have so many dishes to wash. I have to use muffin tins! 🙂

  26. I prefer small flour tortillas, double stacked and non-fried. The only way to eat a fish taco!

  29. I serve the tacos with dishes of ingredients like cooked ground beef or shredded pork and diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce and shredded cheddar cheese so my family can build their own tacos.

  33. I love your fun tray idea for all the taco fillings! I use separate bowls for all my fillings to include lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, meat, sour cream, refried beans and guacamole. We LOVE taco night!