Crock-Pot Taco Meat

Tacos or burritos are really a staple at our house. We eat them a lot and I never get tired of them! It is such a great way to get our kids to eat different kinds of beans . . . not to mention being a super easy meal.

Here is a recipe I came across a few years ago. We make this stuff all the time when we want to have tacos. Have fun with it!

1 large onion, chopped

3 lbs lean meat (can be ground, stew meat or a roast. I often use ground)

3 cloves garlic

3/4 C. dry beans (sort and rinse beans . . . or use a 15 oz can pinto beans, undrained)

3 C. water (reduce to 1 1/2 - 2 if using canned beans)

2 envelopes taco seasoning mix ( 1/2 C.)

Combine chopped onion, meat, garlic, beans, water, and taco seasoning in crock-pot. Stir well. Cover and cook on high for about 8 - 10 hours. (Mine often is done a lot sooner . . . just depends on your crock-pot I guess . . . also, I often use ground beef which is cooked before putting it in the crock-pot).

Before serving, shred meat (if a roast) by pulling apart with two forks and mix with juices.

We use this recipe for tacos, burritos and taco salads. Enjoy!

Thanks Janice R!

Easy French Dip Sandwiches

I used to go to a cooking group called Creative Cooking. It was where a group of us girls would get together once a month and bring a dish to share, along with the recipe. This was such a good way to get new recipes! I really miss that group!

Anyway, here is a recipe from one of the girls. I LOVE it! My family has enjoyed eating this dish several times since I have come across the recipe. It is very simple, cooks in a crock-pot, and tastes GREAT!

3-4 lb. Pot roast

4 C. water

1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. basil

1 tsp. oregano

1 bay leaf

1/2 C. soy sauce

rolls, french bread, hoagie buns (whatever you prefer)

Place all ingredients in a crock pot. Simmer for 4-5 hours on high until tender. Strain the broth and shred the meat. Serve the meat on rolls and use broth for dipping.

I like to put the sandwiches together, top with shredded mozzarella cheese, toast in the oven, and then serve.

Thanks Tiffany C!