Crock Pot Taco Meat (Printer-Friendly)
Three ingredients combine for flavorful, tender ground beef ideal for tacos or flavorful meal bases.
# What You’ll Need:
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2 pounds ground beef, 90/10 lean
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1 ounce packet taco seasoning
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1 cup salsa
# Steps to Follow:
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Add raw ground beef to a 5-6 quart oval slow cooker and break it up with a spatula.
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Add taco seasoning and salsa to the beef in the slow cooker. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
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Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours. Stir occasionally, breaking up the meat further if finer texture is desired.
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Once fully cooked, use as a filling for tacos or as a base for other dishes.
# Helpful Hints:
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For reduced grease, use lean ground beef with 10% fat content or less, as no draining is required.
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Customizing flavor is easy by selecting different salsa varieties or using homemade taco seasoning.
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Ground turkey or pork can be substituted for beef for alternative protein sources.