Taco Ranch Bites
Born from the chaos of last-minute party prep, these taco ranch bites were a surprise hit that became a must-have at every gathering. They’re everything you love about taco night—spicy beef, melty cheese, and creamy ranch—packed into golden phyllo shells. Bite-sized, bold, and totally crowd-pleasing.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15MINS
- Total Time: 35MINS
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning (premium brand preferred)
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (aged, if possible)
1 (8 oz) bottle premium ranch dressing
5 trays (15-count each) frozen phyllo tart shells (75 shells total)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in taco seasoning and the can of tomatoes with green chiles. Simmer 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and mix in cheddar cheese and ranch dressing until combined.
Spoon the mixture into phyllo tart shells, placed on a baking sheet.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the tops are golden and bubbly.
Serve warm, optionally topped with chopped green onions or a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
Perfect for parties, potlucks, or snacking straight from the pan—these bites bring the fiesta every time
Nutrition
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: : 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
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