Delicious Cheesy Taco Pockets Recipe

Optional Toppings:

• Sour cream
• Additional salsa
• Sliced green onions

Directions:

Step 1: Preparing the Meat

1. Crumble the ground beef in a frying pan and cook until well done.
2. Drain any excess fat from the pan.

Step 2: Seasoning the Meat

1. Add the taco seasoning packet to the cooked ground beef, following the instructions on the package.

Step 3: Preparing the Cheese Mixture

1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the salsa to the cream cheese and mix until well combined.

Step 4: Assembling the Taco Pockets

1. Spoon a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each flour tortilla.
2. Top the cream cheese mixture with seasoned ground beef.
3. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the beef.

Step 5: Folding and Sealing the Pockets

1. Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling.
2. Fold the bottom edge up and roll tightly to form a pocket.
3. Use a toothpick to secure the pocket if needed.

Step 6: Baking the Taco Pockets

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place the assembled taco pockets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, seam side down.
3. Brush each pocket with melted butter.
4. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 7: Serving

1. Remove the taco pockets from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
2. Serve warm with optional toppings such as sour cream, extra salsa, or sliced green onions.

Step 8: Enjoying Your Taco Pockets

Indulge in the delicious cheesy taco pockets, savoring the irresistible combination of flavors in every bite!