Ancho Chili Taco Bowl - Test Batch

<h2 style="color:#3d2b1f;margin-bottom:0;">Ancho Chili Taco Bowl — Test Batch</h2>
<h4 style="margin-top:6px;"><em>Tex-Mex Comfort, Trail Ready.</em></h4>
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<p><strong>Test Recipe Pricing:</strong> This is a pilot batch offered at a lower price point (<strong>$12.99</strong>) because <u>your feedback is critical</u>. If it earns a permanent spot on the Backcountry Bistro menu, the MSRP will be <strong>$14.99</strong>. Please leave a review or scan the pouch QR to tell us what to tweak.</p>

<p><strong>What it is:</strong> A hearty, smoky taco bowl built from scratch with seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, pinto beans, long-grain rice, and melted Mexican cheese—slow-simmered with onion, jalapeño, beef stock, and ancho-style spices. Bold, balanced, and packed with real protein for real miles.</p>

<p><em>Bonus:</em> This meal doubles as trail tacos or burritos. One pouch makes approximately <strong>2 large burritos</strong> or <strong>4–6 tacos</strong> when spooned into tortillas. It’s everything you need for a backcountry Taco Tuesday.</p>

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  <li><strong>Format:</strong> 2-Serving Pouch (5 oz dry)</li>
  <li><strong>Veteran Owned • Small Batch • Made in Kentucky</strong></li>
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<h3>Highlights</h3>
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  <li><strong>Calories:</strong> ~920 per pouch (≈460 per serving)</li>
  <li><strong>Protein:</strong> ~52 g per pouch</li>
  <li><strong>Total Fat:</strong> ~44 g (Sat 17 g)</li>
  <li><strong>Carbs:</strong> ~70 g (Fiber 9 g, Sugars 4 g)</li>
  <li><strong>Energy Density:</strong> ~183 cal/oz (dry)</li>
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<h3>Preparation (Rehydration)</h3>
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  <li>Remove oxygen absorber.</li>
  <li>Add <strong>11 oz</strong> boiling water to pouch (about 5½ oz per serving).</li>
  <li>Stir well, reseal, and let sit <strong>10–12 minutes</strong>.</li>
  <li>Stir again and enjoy. Adjust water for preferred texture or high-elevation cooking.</li>
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<h3>Ingredients</h3>
<p>Pinto beans, 90/10 ground beef, bacon, long-grain rice, yellow onions, jalapeños, Mexican cheese blend (milk), beef stock, Fiesta Pinto Bean Seasoning, Kroger Taco Seasoning, water.</p>
<p><strong>Allergens:</strong> <strong>Milk</strong>.</p>

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<h3>Serving &amp; Storage</h3>
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  <li><strong>Net Weight:</strong> 5 oz dry (2 servings)</li>
  <li><strong>Makes:</strong> 2 large burritos or 4–6 tacos</li>
  <li><strong>Shelf Life:</strong> Best within 18–24 months in a cool, dry place.</li>
  <li><strong>Packaging:</strong> 5-mil stand-up mylar with oxygen absorber.</li>
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<h3>Why “Test Batch” Pricing?</h3>
<p>We’re refining final spice balance and moisture ratio for long-term freeze-dry performance. Your field feedback (water amount, heat level, texture) directly shapes the production formula. If it makes the cut, retail moves to <strong>$14.99</strong>—and early testers keep bragging rights.</p>

<p style="font-size:12px;color:#666;margin-top:10px;"><em>Crafted in small batches. Batch/Lot printed on back label for traceability.</em></p>