In the whirlwind of daily life, especially for busy parents, finding quick and easy meal solutions can be a game-changer. Introducing the delightful taco pocket, a tasty treat that’s perfect for on-the-go days—especially when you need to dash off to soccer practice. You can easily whip up a batch and pack them in lunch boxes for school. Seriously, they’re that good.
Yields:
6 pockets
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40-45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 box of refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts), brought to room temp
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup canned corn, drained and dried
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Prepare baking sheets with parchment paper and spritz with non-stick cooking spray.
- Roll out the pie crust and slice it into six rectangles measuring 3 inches by 4 inches.
- Keep the cut pieces covered with a towel to prevent them from drying out.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef and mix in the taco seasoning.
- Transfer the beef to paper towels and let it cool slightly.
- On one prepared baking sheet, place six pie crust rectangles.
- Add a spoonful of the beef mixture, a teaspoon of corn, some beans, and a sprinkle of cheese on each.
- Use your finger dipped in 1 tablespoon of olive oil to trace the edges of half of the pie crusts.
- Place the remaining six crusts on top and press the edges gently to seal.
- Crimp the edges with a fork and trim any excess dough with a knife.
- Brush the tops with the egg wash and make a few small slits in the surface.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until they turn a beautiful golden brown.
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In summary, these taco pockets not only make for a quick and satisfying meal but can also be prepped in advance, making them perfect for busy families on the go. Enjoy this easy recipe and keep it in your rotation for lunch or snacks!