Picadillo Tacos

My new friend from out of town, Sandy and her daughter Cielo visited us this past weekend.  After a fun afternoon at the carousel and park with the kiddos, Sandy offered to make dinner for us.  Sandy is the youngest of 10 kids from a traditional Mexican family, so of course I was expecting some rockin' tacos.  I wasn't disappointed. 

It was so much fun to have Sandy in my kitchen.  She made herself right at home and had dinner on the table in no time at all. 

 

The boys adore little Cielo and were both super sad to see her go.  

Sandy also taught me that orange San Pellegrino and Pinnacle Whipped Vodka (or Absolute Vanilla Vodka) tastes just like an orange creamsicle.  Just add a couple ounces of vodka to a tall glass with ice.  Pour the San Pelligrino over the top and give it a quick stir.  So simple and seriously tasty. 

Notice I didn't take much time with my photo presentation here...I was waaaaayyyy too excited to eat it. 

Picadillo Tacos

2 small carrots, sliced thinly

1/2 onion, diced

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 pound ground beef

3/4 cup peas

3/4 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

Saute the carrots and onion about 5 minutes over medium heat. 

Add garlic and cook 2 minutes more. 

Add ground beef and cook until brown. 

Add remaining ingredients, reduce heat to simmer and stir occasionally for 10 to 15 minutes.

Serve with warmed corn tortillas, sour cream, jalapenos, grated cheese, salsa and guacamole*.

*Sandy's guacamole had diced onion and tomato as well as chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime.  Salt and pepper to taste.