Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos

Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are a delicious fusion of traditional Mexican and American flavors, combining the best of both worlds into a mouth-watering handheld delight. These tacos are an irresistible twist on the classic taco, with each ingredient carefully selected to create a perfect harmony of taste and texture.

This is a great fast meal when you are constantly on the go. In my house, we are always taking the kids to this sport, that sport, a school meeting, church group or to a friend’s house. So I love meals like this! I can make them ahead and keep them warm. When the kids are ready, they grab and we go. I can not lie to you, I had actually thought of something like this a long time ago, but for some reason I figured it would be too much work.

Ingredients:

  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ cup salsa
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • 12 6 inch tortillas

Preparation:

  • Crumble the ground beef into a skillet and cook thoroughly
  • Drain the grease from the skillet
  • Add in the packet of Taco seasoning mix, following the directions on the package
  • In a medium sized bowl, beat the cream cheese until it is smooth
  • Add in the cup of salsa and blend well
  • While holding a tortilla, place a spoonful of cheese mix in the center of the tortilla
  • Place a spoonful of taco flavored beef, to cover the salsa and cheese mix
  • Sprinkle with shredded cheese
  • Fold the tortilla and filling as you would with a burrito
  • Lightly spray a baking tray
  • Preheat the oven to 350*
  • Place rolled tortilla onto greased tray
  • Brush the tops of the tortilla rolls with melted butter
  • Bake for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and add your choice of toppings, such as lettuce, salsa, sour cream, olives, more cheese

Enjoy!

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