General Description
Premium Taco Seasoning is a smooth and mild blend of Mexican oregano and cumin for tantalizing aroma and flavor plus diced onions for added appeal. Paired up with beef, chicken or turkey, Foothill Farms® Premium Taco Seasoning makes any crowd go loco.

Ingredients
Dehydrated Onion, Paprika, Spices, Salt (includes Sea Salt), Modified Food Starch, Garlic Powder, Citric Acid, Paprika Extract, Contains 2% Or less Silicon Dioxide (Anticaking).

Directions For Use
Taco Meat (Convection Oven): Brown 10 lbs. ground beef (can substitute chicken, pork, turkey) and drain excess fat; or use 8 lbs. precooked beef crumbles. Combine 1 ½ qts hot water (180°F) and 9 oz (approximately 2 loosely-packed, level cups) Taco Seasoning in full-size steam table pan. Mix well. Add cooked meat and mix thoroughly. Cover and bake in 400°F convection oven for 15-20 minutes; or until product reaches 180°F. Mix prior to serving. Yield: 9.9 lbs. Makes: 50 3-oz servings Taco Meat (Conventional Oven): Follow directions above. Adjust oven time as need. Bake in 400°F oven for approximately 25-30 minutes; or until product reaches 180°F. Mix prior to serving. Yield: 9.9 lbs. Makes: 50 3-oz servings Taco Meat (Stovetop): In a large pot, brown 10 lbs. ground beef (can substitute chicken, pork, turkey) and drain excess fat; or use 8 lbs. precooked beef crumbles. Add 1 ½ quarts of water and 9 oz (approximately 2 loosely-packed, level cups) Taco Seasoning. Mix thoroughly. Bring to a boil stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes stirring occasionally. Seasoned meat should reach a temperature of 180°F before removing from heat. Yield: 9.9 lbs. Makes: 50 3-oz servings Taco Seasoning ratio to Meat and Water: 1 lb ground beef or .8 lb precooked beef crumbles to 2 1/2 Tbsp Seasoning and 2/3 c water Enchilada Sauce (Convection Oven): Combine 5 quarts water, ½ #10 can (1 ½ qts) tomato paste and 9 oz (approximately 2 loosely-packed, level cups) Taco Seasoning in a full-size steam table pan. Mix thoroughly. Add thickener (1 cup all purpose flour dissolved in 2 cups of cool water) and mix thoroughly. Cover with lid (do not use foil) and bake in 400°F convection oven for 30-45 minutes; or until product reaches 180°F. Stir halfway through. Yield: 1 ¾ gal Makes: 112 1/4-c prepared servings Enchilada Sauce (Conventional Oven): Follow directions above. Adjust oven time as needed. Bake in 400°F oven for approximately 45-60 minutes; or until product reaches 180°F. Stir halfway through. Yield: 1 ¾ gal Makes: 112 1/4-c prepared servings Enchilada Sauce (Stovetop): In large stockpot, combine 5 quarts water, ½ #10 can (1 ½ qts) tomato paste and 9 oz (approximately 2 loosely-packed, level cups) Taco Seasoning. Mix thoroughly and bring to a boil. Slowly stir in thickener (1 cup all purpose flour dissolved in 2 cups of cool water). Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Yield: 1 ¾ gal Makes: 112 1/4-c prepared servings

Yield/Portion
Number of 3 oz prepared servings of taco filling per case: About 448 Number of 1/4 cup prepared servings of sauce per case: About 1,000

Product Specifications

Packaging Details

Storage Information
Prior to reconstitution, this product will be stable for 18 months when stored unopened in a cool, dry place.

Allergen Information
None-Based on FDA FALCPA

Nutrition Information