Taco Ranch Bites
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Easy and delicious bite-sized taco cups with a ranch flavor, perfect for parties and game days.
- Author: purejoyalex
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 15 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 package (15 count) frozen mini phyllo shells
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the phyllo shells on a baking sheet.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the ranch dressing.
- Spoon the beef mixture evenly into the phyllo shells.
- Top each shell with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the shells are golden.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, before serving.
Notes
- These bites can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- For a make-ahead option, bake the shells and filling separately, then assemble and warm them before guests arrive.
- Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg