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
How To Make Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos
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!