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Taco Ranch Bites

Taco Ranch Bites


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  • Author: Lily Thompson
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Crispy phyllo tart shells filled with taco-seasoned ground beef, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheddar cheese baked into easy, crowd-pleasing party bites.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 ounce taco seasoning packet
  • 1 can diced tomatoes and green chiles (10 ounces), undrained
  • 2 cups shredded aged cheddar cheese
  • 8 ounces ranch dressing
  • 75 frozen phyllo tart shells

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Brown ground beef in a skillet until fully cooked and drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with green chiles.
  4. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
  5. Mix shredded cheddar cheese and ranch dressing in a bowl.
  6. Combine cheese mixture with taco-seasoned beef.
  7. Fill phyllo tart shells evenly with the mixture.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until hot and lightly golden.

Notes

  1. Do not overfill phyllo shells to avoid spills.
  2. Bites can be frozen before baking.
  3. Bake frozen bites with 2 to 3 extra minutes added.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 12 bites
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg