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Soft Tacos

Tuesday

Tuesday

The avocados make this meal, so be sure not to skimp!  🙂  Set up a make-your-own-taco-bar and the kids will love it even more.

And of course the perfect side with any Mexican dish is spanish rice.   My homemade Spanish Rice is a simple and healthy version that is worth the little bit of extra effort.  However, if you’re in a hurry, try Knorr Fiesta Sides but skip the oil (you won’t even notice.)

If you’re feeling “themey” (not sure about you, but I love a good theme!) then try my Best Ever Margarita with dinner tonight.  And surprise the kids with a special drink too! My kids love it when I make Frozen Strawberry Limeade.  Happy Cooking! ~ Gena

Ingredients:
Serves 5-6

  • 8 Tortillas Fresca
  • 1 can pinto beans, drained
  • 1 can black beans, drained
  • homemade taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup of water
  • 1/2 head lettuce, chopped
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tomato
  • hot sauce (optional)
  • Spanish rice for side

Directions:

  • Heat beans and corn in a saucepan until hot.  Add 1/4 cup of water and taco seasoning and let simmer a few minutes.  You may need to add more water if sauce seems too thick.
  • Meanwhile, if using the uncooked Tortillas Fresca, cook your tortillas.
  • To serve, hold tortilla like a taco and layer with beans and corn, lettuce, avocados, cheese and tomatoes.  Top with hot sauce if desired.  Serve with spanish rice or a side salad. Enjoy!

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Hi, I’m Gena!

I love snow, kids and pure maple syrup!

More importantly, I am the happy mom of three, with a busy weekday schedule. I believe in balance, good ingredients and fun! I spend a lot of time planning our weekly menus and want to share my efforts with you!

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