SLOW-COOKER BEEF TAMALE BOWLS

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Pair saucy slow-cooked beef with cheesy polenta for a comforting, customizable meal that's oh-so easy to make.

Provided by Tieghan Gerard

Categories     Entree

Time 4h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lb beef flank steak
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ hot & spicy taco seasoning mix
1 can (14 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
1 onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 orange bell pepper, sliced
1 1/2 cups canned black beans
4 cups water
1 cup quick-cooking dry polenta
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, mashed with salt and pepper
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (4 oz)
Fresh cilantro
Crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Add beef, taco seasoning mix and enchilada sauce to slow cooker. Top with onion and bell peppers. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or High heat setting 4 to 6 hours.
  • Remove beef; shred with 2 forks. Remove bell peppers and onions to plate. Stir beef back in to slow cooker; add beans. Keep on Low heat setting.
  • Heat water to boiling in high-sided skillet. Reduce heat to medium; slowly beat in polenta. Cook 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until polenta is soft and thick. Keep warm; just before serving, stir in Cheddar cheese, butter, salt and pepper. If polenta seems too thick, add a tablespoon of butter or milk.
  • Serve polenta on plates topped with shredded beef, bell peppers and onions. Add a dollop of mashed avocado, Mexican cheese blend, cilantro and crushed tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Abir Hasan
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I tried this recipe last night and it was amazing! The beef was cooked to perfection and the flavors were out of this world. My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.


Vix Lupus
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best beef tamale bowl he's ever had. I'll definitely be making it again, but I'll use less chili powder next time.


dhanraj Thapa
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I'm not a huge fan of tamales, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The beef was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


4011 Banana
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making this again.


Chanchal Debnath
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I was looking for a new beef tamale bowl recipe and I'm so glad I found this one. The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Happy Asha
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The beef is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious. I love that it's a slow-cooker recipe, so I can just set it and forget it. This is definitely one of my favorite


Samantha Ashley
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making this again.


Oluwafemi Rotimi
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I'm not a big fan of tamales, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The beef was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tmomo Tebatso
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best beef tamale bowl he's ever had. I'll definitely be making it again, but I'll use less chili powder next time.


MIKHAIL VK
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I tried this recipe last night and it was amazing! The beef was cooked to perfection and the flavors were out of this world. My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.


Guillermina Hodge Castro
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Fantastic recipe! I've made it twice now and it's been a hit both times. The beef is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I love that it's a slow-cooker recipe, so I can just set it and forget it. And the best part is, it's so easy to