🌮 Cheesy Taco Sticks 🧀

Quick and Delicious - Perfect for Busy Weeknights or a Fun Family Dinner!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 5 colby jack and cheddar cheese sticks, halved
- 1 tube Pillsbury Pizza Dough
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
3. Stir the taco seasoning into the cooked beef according to the packet's instructions and set aside.
4. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough and cut it into 10 equal rectangles.
5. Place a spoonful of the seasoned beef on each rectangle, then top with a halved cheese stick.
6. Roll the dough around the filling, making sure to pinch the edges to seal.
7. Combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley in a small bowl. Brush this mixture over each taco stick.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the sticks are golden brown.
9. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 320 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Proteins: 15g
- Fats: 18g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a spicier kick, add some chopped jalapenos to the beef mixture.
- Serve with a side of salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes | Serving: 5 servings