With mariachi music, dancing, piñatas and traditional homemade Mexican meals, Mama’s fiestas were always a favorite with family, friends and especially her 13 children!
The flavors and smells of Mama’s homemade meals still taste great today, but are easier to create – and more fun to eat! Her legendary meals inspired today’s convenient and great tasting Ortega Mexican products. Achieve authentic fiesta flavors by using crisp and crunchy Ortega taco shells made with whole kernel corn, topped with slow simmered Ortega Taco Sauce and authentic fire-roasted green chiles. Ortega’s zesty Mexican seasonings and fresh-tasting salsas are perfect for adding flavor to your favorite snack, casserole, dip or soup!
So, gather the family together and enjoy a fiesta of flavors with Ortega. For other great recipe ideas or to learn more about Ortega’s line of products, visit www.ortega.com.
Taco Rice and Beans
Prep time: 5 minutes
Start to finish: 15 minutes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 package (1.25 ounces) Ortega Taco Seasoning Mix
1 cup water
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained
2 cups cooked rice
1/4 cup Ortega Thick & Chunky Salsa
In skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook 3 minutes. Add taco seasoning mix and water. Stir until combined and slightly thickened. Add beans, rice and salsa; stir. Cook 5 minutes more or until contents are heated through. Serves 4.
