Taco Soup Recipe

This makes a bunch and can be frozen.  Very versatile – use whatever you have in your pantry! 2 pounds ground hamburger meat, browned and drained 1 large onion, chopped and sauteed with the meat 1 envelope taco seasoning 1 envelope dry Ranch Dressing mix 2 cans tomatoes 1 can Rotel 1 can whole kernel [...]

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Frito Pie

Excellent on a cold winter’s night!  I like to serve this with coleslaw just to cool it a bit (buy the packaged slaw from the store and add salt, pepper, a little sugar, and mayo or Miracle Whip – about 1/4 cup or so.  Be sure not to overdress the slaw.  The salt will pull [...]

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Santa Fe Chicken Salad

This is my version of the Applebee’s classic.  VERY good and easy to make.  (Not to mention much cheaper than eating out!) ***************************************************** Marinate chicken breasts with fajita seasoning (we like the McCormick Grill Mates Mesquite flavor) and some lime juice. Grill or fry in a little olive oil. Cut into strips. Use regular salad [...]

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Make your own Taco Seasoning

Store this excellent taco seasoning in a mason jar or other container with a tight-fitting lid.  Making it from scratch is much cheaper than buying the little packages at the store.   I usually make a bunch of this at a time.  Buy your spices in bulk at discount clubs such as Sam’s and you’ll save [...]

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Popcorn Concoction Recipe

I’m not sure what else to call this, but it is great stuff, makes a lot, and makes great gifts!  For Christmas, I have packaged it in holiday-themed cello bags, and tied with a bow.   I also make it for our kids at church on Wednesday nights as a snack, and have also served it [...]

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