Description
Taco Ranch Bites are a delicious and easy appetizer featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheddar cheese in crisp phyllo tart shells. Perfect for parties, tailgates, or a quick snack, these bite-sized treats are sure to be a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (8 oz) bottle ranch dressing
- 5 (15-count) packages frozen phyllo tart shells
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Season the Beef: Add taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with green chiles to the beef. Stir and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the shredded cheddar cheese and ranch dressing with the seasoned beef mixture.
- Fill the Tart Shells: Spoon the beef mixture into the frozen phyllo tart shells.
- Bake: Place the filled tart shells on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture for a spicier bite.
- Cheese Variations: Try swapping cheddar with Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese for different flavor profiles.
- Vegetarian Version: Substitute ground beef with black beans and corn for a vegetarian alternative.
