Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: Ground Beef Mixture: 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 works best) 1 packet taco seasoning (use your favorite brand or a homemade mix) 1/2 cup water Salad Base: 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 large tomatoes, diced […]
Del Taco’s Chicken Soft Tacos Recipe
Ingredients: Chicken & Marinade: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (breasts can work but thighs are juicier) 3 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought, or use your favorite blend) Juice of 2 limes 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Secret Sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream Juice of 1/2 lime 1 teaspoon garlic […]
Del Taco’s Crunchy Tacos Recipe
Ingredients For the Filling: 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean to fat ratio is ideal) 1/4 cup water 3-4 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or try the homemade mix below) For the Tacos: 12 corn tortillas Vegetable oil for frying Toppings: Shredded lettuce Shredded cheddar cheese Diced tomatoes Optional: chopped onions, sour cream, hot sauce, etc. […]
Del Taco’s Chicken Cheddar Nachos Recipe
Ingredients: Tortilla Chips: A large bag of sturdy restaurant-style tortilla chips. Cooked Chicken: 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!) Taco Seasoning: 1 tablespoon store-bought or your favorite homemade blend Cheddar Cheese: About 2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar provides more flavor) Optional Toppings: Diced tomatoes Diced red onion Sliced jalapeños […]
Del Taco’s Bean Burritos Recipe
Ingredients: Flour Tortillas: 4-6 large, burrito-sized flour tortillas Refried Beans: 1 (15-ounce) can refried beans (or make your own, recipe below) Cheddar Cheese: 1-1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese Del Taco-Style Red Sauce: (see recipe below) Optional: Chopped onions, hot sauce Instructions: Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in one of the following ways: Microwave: For […]
Del Taco’s Macho Nachos Recipe
Ingredients: Chips: Large bag of thick-cut restaurant-style tortilla chips Ground Beef Mixture: 1 lb ground beef 1 packet taco seasoning 1 can (15 oz) refried beans Cheese Sauce: 1 block (8oz) Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes & green chilies Toppings: 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup chopped […]
Honey Glazed Carrots Recipe
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds carrots (about 6-7 large carrots or a bag of baby carrots) 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper Optional: ½ teaspoon dried thyme Optional: Chopped fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: Prep: Wash and Prep the Carrots: Large carrots: Peel and slice […]
Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15-20 minutes Cook Time: 35-45 minutes Ingredients: 1 large butternut squash (about 3 pounds), peeled, seeded, and chopped into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme) 1/2 teaspoon ground sage 1/4 teaspoon […]
Roasted Root Vegetables Recipe
Ingredients: Root Vegetables: 1-1.5 pounds of your favorite root vegetables. Choose from: carrots, parsnips, potatoes, sweet potatoes, beets, radishes, turnips, rutabaga, etc. Onion (Optional): 1/2 to 1 medium onion, cut into wedges Olive Oil: 3-4 tablespoons Herbs: 1-2 tablespoons fresh herbs (like rosemary, thyme, sage, or a combination) OR 1 teaspoon dried herbs Salt and […]
Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Yields: About 3 cups Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes Ingredients: 1 (12-ounce) bag fresh or frozen cranberries, rinsed 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup water 1/2 teaspoon orange zest (optional, but adds complexity) Pinch of salt Optional flavor additions: 1/4 cup orange juice (replace some of the water for a citrusy note) […]