Description

Bring the fiesta to your table with *Loaded Taco Creamy Cheese Sauce* — a crave-worthy, flavor-packed dish that blends crunchy taco shells, juicy seasoned beef, melty cheese, and a luxurious drizzle of creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for a quick dinner, game night snack, or a fun family meal, these tacos deliver all the boldness of your favorite Mexican-inspired comfort food. Looking for easy dinner ideas or a unique twist on classic tacos? This loaded taco recipe is your answer. With balanced spices and that golden creamy finish, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for all taco lovers.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1 small onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp tomato paste

1/4 cup beef broth

1 tbsp olive oil (optional)

1 tbsp taco seasoning

Salt to taste

2 tbsp unsalted butter

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 cup whole milk, warm

1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese

Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

8 crispy taco shells

1 cup shredded mozzarella or pepper jack cheese

1 cup diced fresh tomatoes

2 tbsp chopped cilantro or parsley

Extra cheese sauce for drizzling

Instructions

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high and cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.

2. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.

3. Stir in tomato paste and taco seasoning, mix thoroughly, then add beef broth. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.

4. In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Slowly add warm milk and stir until thickened.

5. Add cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses to the sauce and stir until fully melted and smooth. Season to taste.

6. Preheat oven to 375°F. Place taco shells upright in a dish and add a bit of mozzarella or pepper jack in the bottom.

7. Bake shells for 5 minutes until crisp and cheese is lightly melted.

8. Fill each shell with beef mixture, spoon over cheese sauce, then top with diced tomatoes and herbs. Drizzle extra sauce on top.

9. Serve hot with lime wedges, guacamole, or sour cream if desired.

Notes

Grating your own cheese results in a smoother, creamier cheese sauce than pre-shredded cheese.

Warming taco shells with a layer of cheese before filling helps them stay crisp longer.

For a vegetarian option, swap beef with spiced lentils or plant-based meat alternatives.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet and baking
Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 360
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 65mg

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