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Cheesy Taco Sticks

Cheesy Taco Sticks: The Ultimate Comfort Food You'll Love

Cheesy Taco Sticks are delightful handheld treats packed with seasoned beef and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef use lean for less greasiness
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning homemade for controlled spice
  • 2 oz Cream Cheese optional, for creaminess
For the Dough
  • 1 pkg Refrigerated Pizza Dough or Crescent Dough choose based on texture preference
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Cheddar, Mexican blend or Monterey Jack
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg beaten for a glossy finish
For Toppings
  • Optional Toppings sesame seeds, bagel seasoning, extra taco seasoning

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Gather all your ingredients and equipment, including a large skillet for cooking the filling.
Cook the Filling
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté a diced onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic for an additional minute until fragrant. Then add the lean ground beef and cook until browned.
Season and Combine
  1. Drain any excess fat and stir in taco seasoning with a splash of water.
  2. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened, then mix in the shredded cheese until melted.
Prepare Dough
  1. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
  2. Slice the dough into strips, approximately 2 inches wide.
Assemble
  1. Take a strip of dough, place a spoonful of the taco mixture at one end, fold over and pinch seams tightly.
Bake
  1. Transfer assembled taco sticks to the baking sheet, brush with melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley.
  2. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Cool and Serve
  1. Allow to cool slightly for about 5 minutes before serving with dips like salsa or sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use lean meat and ensure cheese mixture isn’t too runny to prevent leaks. Freeze unbaked sticks for up to 3 months for later enjoyment.

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