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Enchilada Sauce 

 

2 Tbsp oil
1 Tbsp minced garlic
2 1/2 cups water
1 8 oz. can tomato sauce
1 to 2 Tbsp chili powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp cumin
4 oz. can diced green chili peppers, drained
1 tsp oregano

To prepare enchilada sauce, in medium saucepan, combine sauce ingredients. Simmer 30 minutes

Taco Sauce

4 garlic cloves, minced, or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3 pounds ground beef
2 ounces  chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1/2 cup raw potato, grated
2 teaspoons salt
6 cups water

Combine all ingredients and simmer for two hours. When the mixture is done, pour into a colander and drain well. Meat should not be greasy for tacos. Spoon meat into prepared taco shells. Top with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, grated cheese and taco sauce if desired

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