Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
505 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch
Description
This recipe for Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch brings together ground beef cooked with taco seasoning and salsa, nestled inside hard taco shells. These are then wrapped in warm flour tortillas topped with baked, melted cheddar cheese. The melted cheese forms a gooey layer between the taco shell and tortilla, adding richness and binding the layers. The inclusion of a spicy ranch sauce made from sour cream, ranch seasoning, mayonnaise, and hot sauce provides a creamy and tangy heat that complements the seasoned beef and crunchy lettuce.
The dish's texture contrasts between the crisp taco shell, melted cheese, and fresh shredded lettuce, offering a mix of crispy and creamy bites. Baking the cheese on tortillas to melt before wrapping is a key step creating a distinctive cheesy outer layer that holds the taco together.
These Gordita Crunch tacos are best served soon after assembly while the cheese is warm and the shell remains crispy. They make a filling meal that combines typical taco flavors with a touch of creamy heat from the ranch sauce. Leftovers should be stored separately to maintain texture.
Ingredients
For the Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup water
For the Tacos:
- 8 taco shells hard
- 2 cups cheddar cheese divided, shredded
- 8 flour tortillas small
- 2 cups lettuce shredded
For the Spicy Ranch Sauce:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ranch seasoning mix packet
- 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet until brown over medium high heat. Drain the excess grease.
- Stir in the water, taco seasoning and salsa.
- Heat uncovered for 3-5 minutes until the flavors are combined.
- Remove from heat.
- Mix together the spicy ranch sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Chill until ready to use.
- Place the flour tortillas on a baking sheet. Top with 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese.
- Bake for 5 minutes until the cheese starts to melt. Remove from the oven and carefully wrap the flour tortillas around the hard taco shells.
- Add the beef mixture to each hard shell,
- Top with the spicy ranch sauce, shredded lettuce and remaining cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftover components separately in airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days to preserve freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 505 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 505kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 87mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 912mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 324mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 656IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 301mg | 30% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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