Taco Ranch Bites

Here’s a fun and crowd-pleasing recipe for Taco Ranch Bites 🌮🥗 — creamy, cheesy, and perfect as party appetizers or snacks:

🌮 Taco Ranch Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 package refrigerated mini phyllo shells (or scoop tortilla chips/crescent dough cups)

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)

• 1 packet taco seasoning

• ½ cup water

• ½ cup ranch dressing

• 1 cup shredded cheddar (or Mexican blend) cheese

• ½ cup sour cream (optional)

• 2 green onions, sliced

• Diced tomatoes, olives, or jalapeños (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the filling:

   • In a skillet, brown ground beef. Drain excess fat.

   • Add taco seasoning + water. Simmer 3–4 minutes until thickened.

   • Stir in ranch dressing and half the cheese.

2. Fill the shells:

   • Place phyllo cups (or tortilla scoops) on a baking sheet.

   • Spoon taco-ranch mixture into each shell.

3. Bake:

   • Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

   • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, until bubbly.

4. Top & serve:

   • Add a tiny dollop of sour cream, sliced green onions, and any desired toppings.

   • Serve warm as bite-sized appetizers.

✨ These are creamy, cheesy, and packed with taco flavor — perfect for game day or parties!

Would you like me to also give you a cold no-bake Taco Ranch Bite version (like a dip in mini cups)?