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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Old El Paso Makes My Nights Easier

We all know Mexican food is at its best with fresh ingredients, and produce doesn’t come any fresher than direct from your local Farmer’s Market – so why not add some flavor to your fresh vegetables with Old El Paso® Taco and Fajita Seasonings?

Use your fresh vegetables and herbs to add variety to your mexican night. Bring your tacos, enchiladas and quesadillas up a notch with Old El Paso®. Visit OldElPaso.com to find lots more recipes. Farmer’s Market fresh produce and Old El Paso® -- When You Gotta Have Mexican™!

For this review I received a complimentary Farmer's Market Old El Paso gift package from MyBlogSpark and Old El Paso to make a dinner for my family using most of the products included in the kit, plus some additional products that I picked up at my local Farmer's Market here in Harrisburg.

Included in My Kit:

◾Market basket
◾Avocado keeper
◾Chopper with storage bowls
◾Old El Paso® Taco & Fajita Tortillas
◾Old El Paso® Traditional Refried Beans
◾Old El Paso® Taco Seasoning

 At the market I purchased some organic fresh boneless chicken breasts, 2 green bell peppers, 2 large tomatoes. 1 avocado and a large onion. Gosh...I love buying fresh produce at this time of year from my local farmers...don't you? Anyway, once back home we got everything ready for family Fajita night.
I read the instructions on the Old El Paso products (super easy to understand) and browned up my chicken in a little bit of olive oil. I then tossed in some sliced green bell pepper, some onions and the Old El Paso fajiti seasoning mix and left it all simmer on low.While that was simmering away, I chopped up my tomatoes, the avocado and heated up the refried beans. Once done with all of the chopping chores...I shredded down some cheddar cheese and American cheese.

Once the chicken was done and everything was ready to go...I heated up the soft flour tortilla shells in the microwave for 12 seconds...just to warm them. We then loaded up the flour tortilla shells with the chicken mixture, the freshly chopped veggies, the refried beans and sprinkled a ton of cheese on top. Rolled them up and we were ready for dinner.
I was really surprised at how easy it was to make homemade fajitas and from start to finish...I had dinner on the table in less than 40 minutes tops! The family was shocked at how delicious the chicken fajitas tasted and they told me they were better than the ones we get from takeout at a local Mexican restaurant. Yay!!! Don't they look delicious? They were and since reviewing this Old El Paso dinner kit...I have went out and purchased two more!

If you are looking to save time in the kitchen and looking for easy-to-prepare dinner ideas, Old El Paso has got you covered! They make a wide variety of food products and dinner kits that will leave your family wanting more! You can also find some tasty Mexican recipes on their web site, so make sure you head on over there to grab some free recipes today while you are here.

Giveaway: One lucky winner is going to win an Old Paso Farmer's Market Dinner Kit just like the one I got to review. You can see what the kit includes by viewing the photo above. You will love this kit!

Closed! Winner is Jennifer T. and Jennifer has been notified! Thanks!!!


Disclaimer: Shelly Hill has personally reviewed the product listed above. Shelly has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Shelly did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. The Shakin N Bakin Blog is not responsible for delivery/shipping of giveaway items won from this blog nor are we responsible for mis-use or injury caused by items won from this Blog. Content on this blog is copyrighted, all rights reserved. We reserve the right to legally pursue anyone who violates our rights and/or steals our copyrighted material.

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CarolynH said...

I tweeted about this giveaway. https://twitter.com/poohro/status/357626858218586113

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(Sorry, not trying to double post a comment.) I like Old El Paso on Facebook. Carolyn Hernandez

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I friend requested Shelly Hill on Facebook. Carolyn Hernandez

Pa-Dutch-Travel said...

I want to make Easy Fish Tacos from Old El Paso's site.

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I tweeted this giveaway https://twitter.com/PaDutchTravel/status/357632612682055682

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I follow Old El Paso on Facebook.

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My favorite Old El Paso product is Original Old El Paso taco seasoning mix

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I am friends with Shelly Hill on Facebook

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I follow Shelly on Twitter

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I follow Shelly on Pinterest

tat2gurlzrock said...

I really want to try the Flank Steak Tacos with Mango Salsa

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I follow Old El Paso on Facebook- Dana Rodriguez

tat2gurlzrock said...

I really like their Taco Seasoning and Traditional Refried Beans..it is all I buy!

tat2gurlzrock said...

I am a Facebook Friend - Dana Rodriguez

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furygirl3132 said...

I would love to try the Pan-Fried Mushroom and Cheese Flautas, they look and sound delicious! Thanks so much for hosting this giveaway!

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My favorite Old El Paso product is either the Mild Enchilada Sauce or the Green Chiles.

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tannawings said...

I would love to make the fish tacos they look delicious!

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I would love to make the fish tacos they look delicious
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I would love to make the fish tacos they look delicious
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I would love to make the fish tacos they look delicious
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Deb K said...

I would love to try the Fiesta Enchilada Bake!

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Val said...

Crunch fish tacos, wow, so easy and never thought of coating the fish with taco shells.

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5 crunchy fish tacos, because as soon as I get back from vacation I'm thawing the tilapia in my freezer and making these!

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My favorite old el paso product is the green chillies. I use them in EVERYTHING 1

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Patricia N said...

I'd like to try the Grilled Taco-Spiced Chicken. I think my whole family would love this!
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Patricia N said...

I'd like to try the Grilled Taco-Spiced Chicken. I think my whole family would love this!
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Patricia N said...

I'd like to try the Grilled Taco-Spiced Chicken. I think my whole family would love this!
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Patricia N said...

I'd like to try the Grilled Taco-Spiced Chicken. I think my whole family would love this!
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Patricia N said...

I'd like to try the Grilled Taco-Spiced Chicken. I think my whole family would love this!
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Patricia N said...

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Patricia N said...

Our favorite Old El Paso product is the Taco Seasoning Mix. I use it for tacos, quesadillas, Spanish rice and even casseroles.
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Patricia N said...

Our favorite Old El Paso product is the Taco Seasoning Mix. I use it for tacos, quesadillas, Spanish rice and even casseroles.
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Patricia N said...

Our favorite Old El Paso product is the Taco Seasoning Mix. I use it for tacos, quesadillas, Spanish rice and even casseroles.
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Jackie said...

I'd love to try the recipe for Deep-Dish Taco Squares. I think everyone in the family would like it. Thanks! #1

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I'd love to try the recipe for Deep-Dish Taco Squares. I think everyone in the family would like it. Thanks! #2

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I'd love to try the recipe for Deep-Dish Taco Squares. I think everyone in the family would like it. Thanks! #3

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I'd love to try the recipe for Deep-Dish Taco Squares. I think everyone in the family would like it. Thanks! #4

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CarolynH said...

https://twitter.com/poohro/status/358019183394562048 I Tweeted about this giveaway. atpoohro

CarolynH said...

I'd like to make their Old El Paso Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas recipe.

CarolynH said...

Old El Paso® 40% less sodium taco seasoning mix is the most favorite product in my home because I can use it in so many recipes.

JC said...

I would like to try Mushroom and Onion Vegetarian Tacos recipe.
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I would like to try Mushroom and Onion Vegetarian Tacos recipe.
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I would like to try Mushroom and Onion Vegetarian Tacos recipe.
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I would like to try Mushroom and Onion Vegetarian Tacos recipe.
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My favorite Old El Paso product is Old El Paso Refried Beans.
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My favorite Old El Paso product is Old El Paso Refried Beans.
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My favorite Old El Paso product is Old El Paso Refried Beans.
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Alicia said...

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Sherrie said...

I would love to try their Fish Tacos with Pico de Gallo recipe

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Sherrie said...

My favorite product from Old El Paso product is their Traditional Refried Beans. I also like their Medium Thick n Chunky Salsa

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