Cathy Reviews Walking Taco Casserole Recipe

***UPDATED 9/2/23***

What is  'Walking Taco"?  You take a small bag of corn chips or Doritos open it up and put seasoned taco meat over the chips along with your favorite taco topping such as lettuce, taco sauce, tomatoes, onions, and cheese on top.  You can then walk around eating this right out of the bag with a fork.  

This is a spin on the Walking Taco but in casserole form which is perfect for teens and family gatherings.

INGREDIENTS

• 1  1/2 lbs.- 2 lbs. ground beef
• 1  (1 oz.) pkg taco seasoning
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 (15.5) oz. pkg Fritos
• 3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• taco toppings of your choice...taco sauce, diced onions, olives, diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  
2. Spray a 9"x 13" baking dish with nonstick spray.  
3. Spread half of the Fritos in the bottom of the dish.
4. In a skillet brown the ground beef, add the taco seasoning and water, and mix until blended.  Place 1/2 of the seasoned ground beef over the corn chips and top with half of the shredded cheese.
5. Repeat the layers, Fritos, and taco meat, and end with the rest of the cheese. 
   
   
   
   
6. Place in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
7. To serve set out taco toppings of your choice and let everyone garnish their own serving!   

Original recipe from Sweet Tea and Cornbread 

My review:

Well, this was very easy to do and makes a lot. I love tacos and this was a good treat for me and Momma Sassy.

Next time I will not make as much and will also separate the ingredients to add as I go. The reason is, that the chips are soggy if you have any leftovers. I would leave out the olives because I prefer black beans.

But other than that, all good!

Try it one plate at a time, if you do not have a crowd to feed. All you have to do is add chips, meat, and cheese to a plate and heat in a microwave or toaster oven to melt the cheese. Then add your toppings! 

Have you ever made a dish like this one? What are your thoughts? We would love to hear from you in the comments below.

Stay sassy,

Cathy

Sassy Silver Sisters
Cathy, Rhonda, and Kelly
 

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DIY Bath Steamers - Cathy tries and fails!

I wanted to try the DIY Bath Steamers from the Hallmark Channel Home and Family. I tried and failed.😏 But I had fun trying and will try again. You live and learn by failing, right??

Here's the materials list and directions if you'd like to take a stab at making these cute bath steamers:

MATERIALS

• 2 cups baking soda
• 1 cup citric acid
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 3-5 tbsp water
• Essential oils - whatever you like
• Silicone baking/soap molds
• For a cold/flu symptoms - 80 drops of eucalyptus oil and 40 drops of peppermint oil
• For a soothing shower - 80 drops of lavendar oil & 40 drops of geranium oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place the baking soda, citric acid, and cornstarch in a large bowl. Use a pastry cutter or large whisk to remove lumps and mix well.
2. Add the water SLOWLY, 1 tbsp at a time. You have to be very careful because if you add too much water too soon, the whole thing will fizz up. Just be patient and keep testing by grabbing a handful of the mixture and squeezing it in your hand. As soon as it feels like damp sand (that would be perfect for making a sandcastle), you've added enough water.
3. Add the essential oils, and after every few drops, use your pastry cutter or a fork to mash them into the mixture.
4. Place about 2 tbsp of mixture into each dome, and use the back of a spoon or ice cream scoop to press down and smooth.
5. Leave overnight.
6. Carefully remove from molds and package in a pretty Mason jar or clear gift bag with ribbons and decorations etc.
7. To Store: They will store for up to 6 months in a cool, dark cabinet.

DIRECTIONS

Take into the shower with you, wet it under the stream of water to get it going. Place the steamer at the far end of the bath/shower stall. You want it to last, and if it's under the stream of water it will disappear too quickly.
Caution: Because you are bringing oils into the shower, make sure you use a shower mat, and wipe out the shower floor when you are done.

If you are interested in good quality essential oils, contact Rhonda

Byler Essentials , she would be more happy to help you.

Have you every tried to make bath bombs or steamers? If so, please let us know your tricks of the trade and maybe your favorite scents.

Take care!!

Cathy

The Sassy Silver Sisters

Cathy, Rhonda & Kelly

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