Craving a quick, healthy, and flavorful bite? Let me introduce you to Cheesy Taco Sticks! Seriously, these have become my go-to when I'm short on time but need something satisfying. They’re crispy, cheesy, and packed with that classic taco flavor we all love. Even my picky eaters devour them! Give them a try, and I promise they’ll become a staple in your recipe rotation too.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
These Cheesy Taco Sticks remind me of late-night study sessions in college. My roommate, Sarah, was a master of turning leftovers into amazing snacks. One night, she combined leftover taco meat, cheese, and tortillas, baked them into these incredible sticks, and they were gone in minutes! They were the perfect fuel for those long nights, and now, whenever I make them, I'm transported back to those days filled with laughter and shared dreams. Now, I make them for my kids as an after school snack.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 10 flour tortillas (6-inch size)
- Cooking spray
- Optional Toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Cook the Beef: Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat; drain any excess grease.
- Season It: Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- Prep the Tortillas: Warm tortillas slightly to make them more pliable.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evening over the meat mixture. Stir to combine.
- Assemble the Sticks: Lay a tortilla flat, spoon a generous amount of the meat and cheese mixture onto it, and spread evenly.
- Roll Them Up: Tightly roll up the tortilla. Do this until all tortillas are filled.
- Cut and Arrange: Cut each rolled tortilla into 2-inch sticks. Place the sticks on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Let cool slightly and serve with your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole. Enjoy your Cheesy Taco Sticks!
Cheesy Taco Sticks
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat; drain any excess grease.1 pound ground beef
- Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.1 packet taco seasoning, 1/2 cup water
- Warm tortillas slightly to make them more pliable.10 flour tortillas (6-inch size)
- Sprinkle a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evening over the meat mixture. Stir to combine.1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Lay a tortilla flat, spoon a generous amount of the meat and cheese mixture onto it, and spread evenly.10 flour tortillas (6-inch size), 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 1 pound ground beef
- Tightly roll up the tortilla. Do this until all tortillas are filled.10 flour tortillas (6-inch size)
- Cut each rolled tortilla into 2-inch sticks. Place the sticks on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.10 flour tortillas (6-inch size), cooking spray
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly and serve with your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole. Enjoy your Cheesy Taco Sticks!sour cream, salsa, guacamole