Cheesy Taco Sticks Baked (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Filling
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450 g ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning mix
→ Dough & Cheese
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1 tube pizza dough (approx. 400 g), ready-made
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5 colby jack or cheddar cheese sticks, each halved
→ Garlic Butter
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60 g unsalted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Preheat the oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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Heat a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning per packet instructions and mix thoroughly. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 10 evenly sized rectangles.
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Place a spoonful of the seasoned beef filling onto each dough rectangle. Add a half cheese stick on top of the beef. Roll the dough around the filling, sealing the edges to enclose the contents. Place seam-side down on the prepared tray.
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In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with garlic powder and dried parsley. Brush each taco stick generously with the garlic butter mixture.
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Transfer to the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and fully cooked.
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Let the taco sticks cool slightly before serving. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream as desired.
# Helpful Notes:
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To add a spicy element, include sliced jalapeños with the filling.
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Experiment with alternative cheese varieties like pepper jack or mozzarella for different flavor profiles.