Ingredients
– 1 pound lean or extra lean ground beef
– 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning (approximately 2 tablespoons)
– 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
– 1/2 cup salsa (mild to hot, based on preference)
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack)
– 2 tablespoons melted butter
– 12 small flour tortillas (fresh handmade or corn tortillas can be substituted)
– Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, tomatoes, guacamole, chopped fresh cilantro, refried beans
Instructions
1-Cook 1 pound of ground beef in a large skillet, crumbling it as it browns, and drain any excess fat to keep things light.
2-Stir in the taco seasoning according to the packet instructions, mixing well for that authentic taste.
3-In a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese until itโs almost fluffy, then gradually blend in 1/2 cup of salsa for a creamy base.
4-Warm the 12 small flour tortillas slightly to avoid tearing, then place a spoonful of the cream cheese-salsa mixture in the center of each.
5-Add a layer of the seasoned ground beef over the mixture, and top with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese for gooey goodness.
6-Fold each tortilla like a burrito, tucking in the ends to seal the filling securely.
7-Place the folded pockets on a greased baking sheet and brush the tops with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
8-Bake in a preheated oven at 350ยฐF for 15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
9-Remove from the oven and garnish with your preferred toppings, then serve with sides like refried beans.
Last Step:
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๐ณ Warming tortillas before filling helps prevent tearing, especially with corn tortillas.
โฒ๏ธ Use pre-cooked seasoned taco meat, pre-shredded cheese, or pre-made salsa cream cheese dip to save time.
โ๏ธ Freeze leftovers in airtight containers and reheat at 350ยฐF for 20 minutes covered with foil or in an air fryer for about 4 minutes for convenience.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Baking Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Contains dairy and gluten
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco pocket
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 678mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 59mg
