Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 small yellow onion (diced)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup pepper jack cheese (shredded)
  • 1 cup Colby Jack cheese (shredded (can also use cheddar cheese or Mexican blend))
  • 4 oz diced green chiles ((1-4 oz can) don't drain)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 16 6 inch flour tortillas

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place a silicone baking mat on a baking sheet, or line with parchment or aluminum foil. (makes for easy clean up). 
  • In a sauté pan over medium heat, brown the beef and onion together. Discard any excess fat that may have accumulated while browning the beef. 
  • Transfer the beef and onion mixture to a large bowl. Add the cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, Colby jack cheese, diced green chiles, salt, pepper, and cumin to the bowl. Mix to combine.
  • Add 2-3 T. of meat mixture to each flour tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down on a baking sheet. 
  • Lightly spray the tops of the taquitos with olive oil or avocado oil spray. (Not heavy handed... just a light mist).
  • Bake for 18-25 minutes or until lightly crisp and golden brown on top. *
  • Serve with salsa and a garnish of cilantro if desired.