Description
Cheesy Taco Sticks are the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy tortillas with a flavorful filling of seasoned ground beef and gooey cheese. Perfect for game nights, movie marathons, or casual gatherings, these tasty treats are easy to make and will leave everyone wanting more. With a delightful blend of taco spices and customizable toppings, you can enjoy them your way. Dive into this simple recipe and savor every cheesy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Cooking oil spray
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in taco seasoning and water as per package instructions.
- Lay each tortilla flat and spoon 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto one edge. Sprinkle with cheese and roll tightly.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the rolled taco sticks seam-side down.
- Lightly spray each stick with cooking oil for crispiness. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into pieces. Serve warm with sour cream or salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute ground beef with turkey or add black beans. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge; reheat at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.