Taco Ranch Bites
Taco Ranch Bites are the quintessential appetizer for any occasion, combining savory seasoned beef and tangy ranch dressing nestled in crispy phyllo shells. These delightful bites are not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavor, making them a guaranteed hit at gatherings, game days, or family movie nights. With a mere 25 minutes from prep to plate, they’re perfect for last-minute entertaining or meal prepping in advance. Customize them with your favorite toppings for an extra personal touch. Serve warm and enjoy the applause from your guests!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chiles
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 oz Ranch dressing
- 5 packs of frozen phyllo tart shells
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and undrained diced tomatoes; simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix shredded cheddar cheese with Ranch dressing and combine it with the meat mixture.
- Spoon the filling into phyllo tart shells; freeze if not baking immediately.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until heated through; increase time by 2-3 minutes if frozen.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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