Spicy Beef Chalupa Bowls

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16-oz) pkg dried pinto beans
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 (3-lb) boneless chuck roast, trimmed
  • 1 (10-oz) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • 2 (4-oz) cans diced green chiles
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 (4-count) pkg tostada shells
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 (8-oz) block Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 (16-oz) container fresh salsa

Instructions

  1. Place beans in a 5- to 7-quart slow cooker; cover with water, and let soak overnight.
  2. Remove beans from cooker; reserve soaking water. Place roast in cooker.
  3. Add tomatoes, next 6 ingredients, beans and reserved soaking water; add additional water to cover, if needed.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW 8 to 10 hours.
  5. Remove meat, and shred with 2 forks; return to cooker, and increase heat to HIGH.
  6. Cover and cook 1 hour.
  7. Fill tostada shells with lettuce, bean mixture, beef, cheese, and salsa.

Side Dish Ingredients

  • 5 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5 ears)
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ cup finely chopped green onions
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1½ Tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Toss together all ingredients in a bowl; season with salt and pepper to taste.

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