Ingredients for Easy Taco Appetizers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup chopped green chilies
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- large corn tortilla chips
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How to Make Easy Taco Appetizers
- In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Add 1/2 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced. Cook until beef is no longer pink (about 8-10 minutes).
- Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in 1/2 cup water and 2 tablespoons of your favorite taco seasoning (or use recipe #76616). Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, combine 8 oz cream cheese, softened, and 2 tablespoons milk. Mix until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly onto a large serving platter or pizza pan.
- Top with the cooked beef mixture.
- Sprinkle generously with 1/2 cup chopped chilies (your choice), 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped onions, and 1 cup shredded lettuce.
- Drizzle with 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce.
- Sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
- Serve immediately with large corn tortilla chips.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
27 g
Sugar
14g
Fat
118g
Carbs
3g