Taco Beef Cheese Pockets (Print Version)
Golden biscuit pockets filled with seasoned beef, cheese, and salsa for a quick, flavorful meal.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Protein
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1 pound ground beef
→ Seasoning and Liquids
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1 ounce taco seasoning
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2/3 cup water
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1/2 cup salsa, plus additional for serving
→ Dough
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16.3-ounce can buttermilk biscuits (8 biscuits)
→ Dairy
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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1 large egg, beaten
→ Optional Toppings
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Sour cream, guacamole, shredded lettuce, or preferred toppings
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly with non-stick spray.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease.
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Return beef to skillet. Stir in taco seasoning, water, and 1/2 cup salsa. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens approximately 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Flatten each biscuit into a 6-inch round by pressing with hands or rolling on a lightly floured surface.
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Place about 1/3 cup of the taco meat mixture in the center of each biscuit round. Sprinkle a small handful of shredded cheese over the filling. Fold dough over to form a half-moon shape and firmly press edges to seal. Optionally, crimp edges with a fork.
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Arrange sealed pockets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg to enhance browning during baking.
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Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until tops are golden brown and dough is fully cooked.
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Allow pockets to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm alongside preferred toppings such as salsa and sour cream.
# Extra Tips & Details:
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To customize, consider adding black beans, corn, or diced bell peppers to the filling. For spice, include diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
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Freeze unbaked, assembled pockets on a tray until firm before transferring to freezer-safe containers. Bake from frozen at 375°F for 18-22 minutes.
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Leftovers keep refrigerated up to three days. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes or microwave for 1-2 minutes.