Description
Delightful ghost-shaped taco hand pies filled with flavorful meat and veggies, perfect for Halloween or any gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef (or ground turkey, or chicken)
- 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup shredded carrot (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper or baby spinach (optional)
- 2 pie crusts (defrosted but unbaked)
- 1/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese
- 1 egg (for brushing)
- Salsa (for dipping)
Instructions
- Set a medium skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef, breaking it apart into crumbles.
- Add the taco seasoning and optional vegetables, cooking for about 5-6 minutes until browned.
- Remove the skillet from heat and set aside to cool.
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the pie crusts and use ghost-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- Arrange half of the cut ghost shapes on the baking sheets and spoon taco filling into each.
- Sprinkle cheese on top and cut out eyes/mouths from the remaining ghost shapes to place over filled ones.
- Brush the tops with an egg wash and bake for 10-14 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve with salsa or guacamole for dipping.
Notes
Customize fillings with different proteins or vegetables. Serve with various sauces for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican