Smoky Beef Tacos for 4 Qt. Slow Cooker

Ingredients

Recommended Hamilton Beach® Product:  4 Qt Slow Cooker

BEEF INGREDIENTS

• 3 lbs. boneless beef chuck               
• 1 10-oz. can diced tomatoes w/green chilies           
• 1/3 cup onion, chopped               
• 1 1/2 tsp chili powder                   
• 1/2 tsp cumin                       
• 1/2 tsp salt                       
• ½ tsp black pepper                       

TACO INGREDIENTS

• taco shells
• shredded cheese
• shredded lettuce
• tomatoes (chopped)

Directions

1. Cut beef into 3-inch chunks.

2. Combine all ingredients in crock.  Stir to mix.  Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours or HIGH 4 to 5 hours. 

3. Remove beef and shred the meat.  Discard fat.  Place sauce from crock in blender and puree until smooth.  Use caution when blending hot liquids.

4. Serve beef in taco shells and top with the blended sauce, shredded cheese, shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes.

Serves:  8-10   

TEST KITCHEN TIP:  Consider adding additional toppings to make your tacos more interesting – black beans, olives, or interesting salsas will add a kick to your meal!

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This recipe developed by Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc.