Okay, so the other day I was craving tacos, but I wanted something… different. Something snacky and fun. That’s when I stumbled upon this idea of “taco sticks” and, let me tell you, it was a game-changer. I decided to make my own, and it was way easier than I thought!
Getting Started: Gathering My Supplies
First things first, I raided my fridge and pantry. I already had some ground beef, so that was a good start. Then I grabbed:
- Taco seasoning (because, duh!)
- Shredded cheese – I used a Mexican blend, but cheddar or Monterey Jack would be awesome too.
- Small tortillas – I went with the street taco size.
- Some cooking oil.
- Optional toppings, like sour cream, salsa, and some chopped cilantro (because I like to be fancy sometimes).
Making the Taco Magic Happen
I browned the ground beef in a pan, making sure to break it up into small pieces. Once it was cooked, I drained off any extra grease, then sprinkled in the taco seasoning and stirred it all up, following the instructions on the packet. It smelled so good already!
Next, I laid out the tortillas and spread a thin layer of the seasoned beef on each one. I sprinkled a generous amount of cheese on top of the beef, because, well, cheese is life.
Now for the “stick” part. I carefully rolled each tortilla up tightly, like a little burrito. Then, I heated some oil in a pan over medium heat. Once it was hot, I placed the rolled-up tortillas in the pan, seam-side down. I cooked them for a few minutes on each side, until they were golden brown and crispy. You might need to do this in batches so you don’t overcrowd the pan.
The Grand Finale: Taco Sticks!
Once they were all cooked, I carefully took those golden sticks of goodness. Then let the stick cool down a bit.
I served them up with little bowls of sour cream, salsa, and a sprinkle of cilantro.
Seriously, these were a hit! They were crispy, cheesy, and full of taco flavor. Plus, they were super easy to eat, no messy taco shells falling apart. I’m definitely making these again – maybe next time I’ll try them with chicken or even some black beans for a vegetarian version.
This is really a good recipe for a family!
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