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Cheesy Taco Beef Pockets

A delicious and easy weeknight dinner recipe that combines ground beef, cheese, and tortillas to create a tasty and satisfying meal. The beef is seasoned with taco seasoning and spices, then wrapped in tortillas with cheese and baked until crispy.

Maker: Your Barefoot Neighbor

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Cheesy Taco Beef Pockets

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

15 min

Servings

Tags

tacosground beefeasy weeknight dinnerMexican cuisinecheesybaked

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35 min estimated total time for 8 servings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 8 pieces tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 375°F (374°F).
  2. 2
    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up into small pieces, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4
    Once the beef is browned, add the taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. 5
    Reduce heat to low and simmer the beef mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. 6
    While the beef is cooking, prepare the tortillas by warming them in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
  7. 7
    To assemble the pockets, lay a tortilla flat and spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture onto the center of the tortilla.
  8. 8
    Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of shredded cheese on top of the beef mixture.
  9. 9
    Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla up over the filling, followed by the sides and finally the top. Press the edges together to seal the pocket.
  10. 10
    Place the pocket seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  11. 11
    Bake the pockets in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy.
  12. 12
    Remove the pockets from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
  13. 13
    Serve the pockets hot with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, and shredded cheese.