Cheesy Taco Party Bites
Deliciously cheesy party bites that are perfect for gatherings, bursting with flavor and nostalgia.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 5 dozen bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bottle (8 oz) ranch dressing
- 5 packages (15 count each) frozen phyllo tart shells
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes until browned.
- Season it up by adding taco seasoning and the can of diced tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to create a gooey filling.
- Prepare the phyllo tart shells on a baking sheet.
- Fill each tart shell generously with the beef mixture.
- Top with the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Drizzle with ranch dressing before serving.
Notes
These bites are best served warm, right out of the oven for maximum cheesiness. Consider garnishing with cilantro or green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: party bites, cheesy, taco bites, appetizer, finger food, gathering, festive
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