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Golden taco ranch bites piled high, ready to eat.

Easy Taco Ranch Bites

These savory Taco Ranch Bites combine seasoned ground beef, zesty ranch, and melted cheddar in crispy phyllo shells. A perfect, foolproof appetizer for any party or game day!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 75 bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 recommended
  • 1 oz taco seasoning
  • 1 10-oz can diced tomatoes and green chiles undrained
  • 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 8-oz bottle ranch dressing thick bottled variety
  • 5 15-count packs frozen phyllo tart shells

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small cookie scoop

Method
 

Preheating and Par-Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the frozen phyllo tart shells on a baking sheet and bake for 3-4 minutes to create a moisture barrier and set the pastry structure.
Cooking and Filling
  1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, then carefully drain all excess fat.
  2. Add taco seasoning and undrained diced tomatoes and green chiles; cook for 5 minutes until flavors meld, then remove from heat.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef mixture, shredded cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing until well combined.
  4. Spoon the mixture evenly into the pre-baked phyllo shells, using a small cookie scoop for best results.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and shells are golden brown.

Notes

If baking from frozen, add an additional 2-3 minutes to the final bake time. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.