MAKE-AHEAD MEXICAN GROUND BEEF

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Any night can be taco night when you keep your freezer stocked with seasoned and cooked ground beef! This make-ahead ground beef recipe is the easiest way to get ahead of dinner, and we're not just saying that. It requires only 2 ingredients: ground beef and Old El Paso™ taco seasoning. With those simple ingredients and a clever method from the Betty Crocker Test Kitchens, you can cook up 16 servings or enough meat for about 3 meals in just 30 short minutes. So, whether you're preparing to send the kids back to school or just making the most of a ground beef sale-this sanity-saving recipe is one you don't want to miss!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 2

3 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
2 packages (1 oz each) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven or 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Stir in taco seasoning mix. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until flavors are blended. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Spoon beef onto foil and break apart as necessary.
  • Smooth meat into an even layer across pan.
  • Freeze about 1 hour, stirring once, until firm.
  • Divide mixture into quart-sized resealable freezer plastic bags with about 2 cups in each. (One lb ground beef yields about 2 cups, cooked and drained.) Seal bags, label and freeze up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Sean
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I would have preferred a recipe that was quicker to make.


Samantha Grindal
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The beef was flavorful and the sauce was delicious.


Mpho Ndaba
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the beef and sauce, and they don't even realize they're eating vegetables.


loyal is goat
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This recipe is so versatile. I've used it to make tacos, burritos, and even enchiladas. It's always delicious.


zephora fezile Malaza
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a family favorite. It's the perfect comfort food.


Hasib Jan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ground beef. It's also very budget-friendly.


Fabian Taylor
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Murdoc Paper
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This recipe was a disappointment. The beef was dry and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


James Clark
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I usually serve it with rice and beans, but it would also be great on tacos or burritos.


Sharktank
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but other than that it was very good. I would make it again, but I would use less chili powder.


Scooby Demetro
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always comes out perfect. The beef is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is always delicious.


Munda
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Easy to follow recipe! I made this for a potluck and it was a big success. Everyone raved about how good it was.


Sajid Pramee
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and beans and everyone loved it.


Raisa Rahman
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This recipe was a hit with my family. The beef was flavorful and juicy, and the spices gave it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again!