General Description

Foothill Farms® Premium Taco Seasoning Mix is a smooth and mild blend of traditional Mexican oregano and smoky cumin for tantalizing aroma and flavor plus diced onions for added appeal. Paired up with beef, chicken or turkey, Foothill Farms® Premium Taco Seasoning Mix 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°-190°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 lbs precooked beef crumbles to 2 1/2 Tbsp Seasoning and 2/3 cups 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-cup 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-cup prepared servings

Yield/Portion

Number of 3 oz prepared servings of taco filling per case: About 2,224
Number of 1/4 cup prepared servings of sauce per case: About 5,000

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 (Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004) Big 8 Allergens.

Additional Information

• Nutritional Values: Based on unrounded 5.1g dry mix per 3 oz (85g) prepared. Within Nutrition Facts Panel, rounding of "Serving Size" amount based on FDA 21CFR 101.9.

• Contains:

• 25 lb bulk (Product Code #V411-25190; DOT Foods Code #547198)

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Nutrition Information

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