Tasty Tacos

The past few weeks have been busy at our home. Between end of the school year activities, graduations, and birthdays, it has been fun but hectic.  Trying to find time to cook has been an even greater challenge than normal.  At the store, I grabbed an old, quick, kid favorite, taco seasoning and taco shells.  To my surprise, the bean version was a big hit for everyone.

The older kids preferred the beans mashed with rice-based cheese melted inside.  Ethan ate it in a soft tortilla.  The adults added fresh greens from the garden and salsa.  (By the way, we purchased a Vitamix a few weeks ago.  It is super fast to make salsa now.)  The beans reheat well.  The meal took me about 15 minutes to pull together.  I served it with artichokes but they took longer than the tacos.

Makes 12 tacos (or more)

Ingredients:
1 package Bearitos Taco Seasoning
2 cans or 3 1/2 cups cooked pinto beans
Taco shells (we like Garden of Eatin')
Lots of additional toppings

Directions:
Bearitos has directions on packet for bean tacos.  Basically, add taco seasoning and 2/3 cups water to beans.  Blend in seasonings while bringing to a boil.  Simmer uncovered 8-10 minutes.  Stir occasionally.  Serve and enjoy!

Ratings:
5 out of 5 family members loved it!

Food Allergy/Intolerance Notes:
Once again, watch labels for ingredients used in your taco seasoning and taco shells.  I have seen MSG listed as ingredients in some taco seasonings.  You want to avoid it!  Click here for more about MSG.