Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 (1-ounce) package taco seasoning (reserve 1-1/2 teaspoons for dipping sauce)
  • 1 cup prepared ranch dressing
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef (I used 93%)
  • 3/4 cup plain bread crumbs
  • 3/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix (from a packet)
  • Fresh chopped cilantro, for topping/garnish (optional)

Instruction

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.  Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Prepare the dipping sauce by stirring ranch dressing and 1-1/2 teaspoons of the taco seasoning together in a small bowl until combined.  Cover and refrigerate.
  • Combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, cheese, eggs, ranch seasoning and the remainder of the taco seasoning from the packet in a large bowl.
  • Form into 1-1/2 inch balls (about 2 tablespoons of mixture for each ball) and place on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until meatballs are browned, fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
  • Sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired and serve with dipping sauce.