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Taco Ranch Bites

Taco Ranch Bites


  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 75 bites 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Taco Ranch Bites are a flavorful appetizer that combines the taste of tacos with creamy ranch dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef, preferably lean
  • 1 oz packet taco seasoning, premium brand
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, preferably aged
  • 8 oz bottle premium Ranch dressing
  • 5 packs of 15-count frozen phyllo tart shells

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven according to the phyllo tart shell package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
  3. Add taco seasoning and canned tomatoes with green chiles to the beef. Stir and cook until heated through.
  4. Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Place phyllo tart shells on a baking sheet.
  6. Spoon the beef mixture into each tart shell.
  7. Drizzle Ranch dressing over the filled tart shells.
  8. Bake according to tart shell instructions until golden and heated through.

Notes

  • Serve warm for best flavor.
  • Adjust spiciness by choosing mild or hot taco seasoning.
  • Can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

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