Taco, Taco Tuesday

Yesterday I had my guitar lessons, which usually means that John makes dinner for me. Well, at least he tries, but since I am such a control freak I always end up helping. What is wrong with me? Seriously, I can’t just let someone make dinner for me? ;) My contribution was really not that big, I opened up a few cans, but it sure did make me feel important. ;)

Since it was Tuesday, John decided he was going to make Tacos. You know, Taco Tuesday? This post isn’t really about the tacos, because they are easy to make, it’s really about the importance of using taco seasoning. I don’t care if you make your own or buy it in a packet, but it is essential that you use some sort of Mexican seasoning on your tacos. Otherwise, you might as well slap some ketchup and mustard on your tacos and call them hamburgers - well, minus the bun and add a tortilla.

I was actually quite baffled the first time I went to a friend’s house for tacos and they didn’t use any sort of seasoning on their tacos. It made me feel like I should buy them a case of these little packets for Christmas or an upcoming birthday…but I refrained :)

This little packet costs a whole .49 cents and it is worth every penny! I mean it just makes your tacos so much better. 

Here are also a couple of links to make your own taco seasoning if you feel so inclined. I am perfectly happy with the little packet and have ignored all talks about eliminating preservatives and what not from your diet.  

http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,1649,151186-252197,00.html

http://allrecipes.com/recipe/taco-seasoning-i/

http://www.asweetpeachef.com/sauces/homemade-taco-seasoning-mix/

Back to the tacos. Brown some ground beef or ground turkey with some diced onion and if you like it spicy, a little bit of jalapeno (this is the way John makes Tacos and they are so yummy with the additions). Add your taco seasoning, a little bit of water, and simmer for a few minutes. Serve on soft shells (flour or corn) or crunchy shells and top with your favorite toppings. We use lettuce, tomato, cheese, cilantro, onion, and avocado (notice how ketchup and mustard are not listed here).

I like tacos with rice and beans - I prefer refried as you can see, but John prefers black.

There you have it! Taco Tuesday. Don’t forget your taco seasoning!