Taco & Bowl Family Meal (serves 4-5) Recipe
Taco & Bowl Family Meals come with all of the fixings to make flavorful tacos or bowls at home. Choice of grilled chicken or steak, choice of beans and rice, 3-Cheese queso, tortilla chips, plus all of the toppings and flavors. Serves 4-5.
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Ingredients
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Protein
Beans and Rice
3-Cheese Queso
Toppings
Method
Preparing the Protein
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Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Cooking the Beans and Rice
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Cooking the Rice
Rinse 1.5 cups of brown rice under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for about 40-45 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and rice is tender.
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In a separate pot, heat 1 cup of black beans over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally.
Making the 3-Cheese Queso
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Preparing the Queso
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine 4 oz of cream cheese and 0.5 cups of milk, stirring until smooth.
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Gradually add 1 cup each of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and pepper jack cheese, stirring continuously until melted and creamy.
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Mix in 0.5 cups of sour cream and season with salt to taste. Keep warm until serving.
Assembling Tacos and Bowls
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Taco and Bowl Building
Prepare the tortilla chips and set them out. Slice grilled protein into strips.
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In each bowl or taco shell, layer brown rice, black beans, sliced protein, and top with 3-cheese queso.
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Add toppings such as chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, guacamole, and sour cream as desired.
