If you’re looking for a different way to serve Salisbury steaks, then this Mexican take on the dish may be the answer. It’s easy to make and sure to satisfy a hungry appetite.
Serve it with this Mexican Taco-Mac, another twist on an old favorite – macaroni and cheese. It’s a tasty dish, and best of all, it calls for ingredients you probably keep on hand. Enjoy!
MEXICAN SALISBURY STEAKS
1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup chunky salsa (your choice of flavor and brand)
1/2 cup barbecue sauce (your choice of flavor and brand)
In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, onion and taco seasoning mix; mix well. Shape into 4 patties, about 1/2-inch thick.
Spray medium nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium heat until hot. Add patties; cook 5 to 6 minutes or until browned on both sides, turning once. Drain, if necessary.
Add salsa and barbecue sauce; mix well. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 10 to 12 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked, turning patties and stirring once or twice. Makes 4 servings.
MEXICAN TACO-MAC
1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
1 (1.25-ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
8 ounces dry macaroni or small spiral pasta
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 (8 1/2-ounce) package corn muffin mix
1 egg
1/3 cup milk
3/4 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
In medium skillet, brown ground beef or turkey until crumbly. Blend in taco seasoning, tomatoes, water, pasta and celery. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine corn muffin mix, egg and milk; stir with a fork just to mix. Place beef or turkey mixture in a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish. Spoon dollops of corn muffin mix on top.
Bake in a 400-degrees oven for 15 to 20 minutes and sprinkle top of Taco-Mac with shredded cheese about 5 minutes before removing from oven and then cook until cheese has just melted. Makes 6 to 8 servings.
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