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A platter of savory party bites ready for a festive gathering.

Party Bites

These crunchy phyllo shells filled with taco-seasoned beef, cheddar, and ranch dressing are perfect for gatherings and sure to impress.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 15 bites
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound lean ground beef Use lean for less grease.
  • 1 oz taco seasoning Pre-packaged for convenience.
  • 10 oz diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained Canned for ease.
Cheesy Mixture
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Freshly shredded is best.
  • 8 oz ranch dressing Creamy and flavorful.
Shells
  • 75 pieces frozen phyllo tart shells (5 packages of 15 each) Use pre-made for simplicity.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook the ground beef in a skillet until it's a lovely brown and no longer pink. Drain off any fat.
  3. Toss in the taco seasoning and the diced tomatoes and chiles. Sauté for about 5 minutes more until everything's mixed and aromatic.
  4. In a bowl, combine cheddar cheese and ranch dressing. Then, fold in the cooked taco meat until nicely blended.
  5. Spoon this delicious mixture into the frozen phyllo shells.
Baking
  1. Bake for 8-10 minutes (10-13 minutes if your shells were frozen).

Notes

Serve on a vibrant platter and garnish with chopped cilantro or scallions. Pair with guacamole or fresh salsa for extra flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.