Taco Ranch Bites: A Fun and Flavorful Appetizer Delight

These Taco Ranch Bites are a fun and flavorful appetizer delight, perfect for gatherings and easy to make with just six ingredients.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 12 bites

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
2 tbls Taco Seasoning Homemade blend works well
1 can Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles Fresh alternatives can enhance the flavor

For the Cheese Mixture

1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Freshly shredded melts better; can swap with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack
½ cup Ranch Dressing Homemade or spicy variants can elevate flavor

For the Shell

12 pcs Phyllo Tart Shells Mini pie crusts or wonton wrappers can be used

Equipment

large skillet
Mixing Bowl
baking tray

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in taco seasoning and canned diced tomatoes with green chiles; simmer for 5 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, mix shredded cheddar cheese with ranch dressing, then fold in the taco meat mixture.
Fill phyllo tart shells with the mixture; prepare for baking.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Taco Ranch Bites can easily be customized; consider adding other ingredients as you see fit.

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