Mouthwatering Taco Ranch Bites - An Organized Chaos of Flavor
Taco Ranch Bites are a delightful, bite-sized appetizer that brings the flavors of Tex-Mex right to your table.
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Servings: 12 bites
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
- Oven
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 pound Ground Beef Opt for lean beef.
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning Choose a premium blend for the best taste.
- 10 ounces Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles Use undrained for a richer filling.
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Aged cheddar enhances flavor.
- ½ cup Ranch Dressing Can be replaced with spicy ranch.
For the Shells
- 24 pieces Frozen Phyllo Tart Shells Mini pie crusts or wonton wrappers are good alternatives.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in taco seasoning, then add undrained diced tomatoes and green chiles. Simmer for 5 minutes and cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix cheddar cheese and ranch dressing until creamy, then fold in the taco meat.
- Spoon the mixture into the frozen phyllo tart shells. You can freeze assembled tarts for later.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, adding 2-3 minutes if baking from frozen.
Notes
Serve with salsa or guacamole for an extra flavor kick.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bite | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg