Sweet and Spicy Mexican Filling

By Kylie

This recipe is something that can be put together in a flash, and it so very yummy and filling. With the meat and beans, it is high in protein, and very filling. It goes well served with fresh fruit.

Ingredients

1 lb. Hamburger, browned and drained

3 c. soaked and cooked pinto or black beans

1 c. raisins or currants, soaked for 15 minutes in warm water

1 pkg. taco seasoning (homemade or otherwise)

2 slices onion

1/4 c. salsa

1 pint tomato juice

1 t. cilantro

1/2 t. garlic powder

Tortillas

Avocado, tomatoes, cheddar cheese or other desired toppings

Instructions

Mix together browned hamburger and beans in saute or frying pan. Drain the raisins and place in blender with 1/2 of the taco seasoning, onion, salsa, and 1/2 of the tomato juice. Blend thoroughly, and poor over meat mixture.
Add the cilantro, garlic powder, and remaining taco seasoning. Add juice a little at a time, ensuring that the filling doesn't get too watery.
Simmer for 15 minutes, until desired consistency and warmed through.
Fill tortilla with filling and desired toppings. Yum!

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Article by Kylie Steiner

Kylie is a young farmer's wife and mother of two; learning to be the wife, mother and woman God created her to be. She cooks mainly with whole foods, constantly researching ways to better nourish her family. Creating is a passion for Kylie, and is a necessary part of her survival.

Kylie has written 3 awesome articles for Natural Family Today.