and a very FRUGAL way to make them....
I know this is COMPLETE randomness, but it is so good, I have to slip this post in my regular (sort of) random routine for a quick FRUGAL tip.
We had to make taco meat today for a family function, and it reminded me of this tidbit I has stashed for future blog material.
No better time than the present, right?
(disclaimer: I have not personally tried this YET, but I definitely plan to)
If you find the pantry is out of taco seasoning packets, OR better yet, you want to utilize this recipe for a WAY frugal way to make tacos from now on, make up a quadrupiled size batch and use as needed.
Taco seasoning:
(stir together)
4 tsp chili powder
1 TBSP onion powder
2 tsp garlic powder
1 TBSP ground cumin
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp ground oregano
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
Use 2 TBSP of seasoning per pound of ground beef (or chicken or turkey) however you like YOUR tacos.
How easy, convenient and FRUGAL is that???
(next up, I promise the PERFECT handmade FRUGAL idea for gift giving!!!!)
You will NOT want to miss it. :)
January 2, 2010 at 2:30 pm |
Sounds GREAT! Can’t wait to try it! Thanks!!
January 3, 2010 at 6:35 am |
and let us know if you like it. Personal taste might need to tweak it a little, but it is a good place to start.
January 2, 2010 at 6:45 pm |
Great recipe — did you know that the taco seasoning hold its flavor better if stored in the refrigerator — along with all your other red spices (paprika, red pepper, chili powder) which tend to loose flavor and color if stored at room temperature.
January 3, 2010 at 6:36 am |
No, I did not know that!!! interesting!! and I usually buy bulk quantities of chili powder…..I need to get it OUT of the cupboard and into a shelf in my fridge now!! thanks for the tip!!
January 3, 2010 at 6:08 am |
Thanks for sharing….don’t buy seasoning because Jack likes just plain hamburger for his taco’s. I can make this up and fix a little for myself.
January 3, 2010 at 6:37 am |
Oh Jack!! I have never heard of anyone liking plain meat in tacos. …but heck yes, this is a great idea for you to add just a little to YOUR taco, and let him have his like HE wants it.