Copycat Taco Bell Meximelt
The Meximelt at Taco Bell was one of my absolute favorite menu items - but it's no longer on the menu! Ugh - the tragedy! This Copycat Meximelt brings it back to your kitchen by combining a taco and a quesadilla into a melty taco of goodness.
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Course Entree
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 352 kcal
1 lb ground beef 6-8 6" tortillas 1 pkg Taco Bell taco seasoning 3/4 cup water 1 cup Taco Bell Mexican blend shredded cheese 1/2 cup pico de gallo
In skillet, on medium high heat, brown ground beef
Add taco seasoning and water, stir until mixture is thickened
On cutting board that will fit in microwave or microwave-safe plate, lay out a paper towel and sprinkle it with water so it's damp
Lay out 2 tortillas on paper towel
Spoon 1/3 cup taco meat down the middle of the tortilla
Line the taco meat with 2 tbsp pico de gallo
Line the pico with 3 tbsp shredded cheese
Fold over the tortilla
Top with another damp paper towel
Microwave for 60 seconds until cheese melts
Calories: 352 kcal Carbohydrates: 28.1 g Protein: 17.6 g Fat: 16.5 g Saturated Fat: 7.4 g Cholesterol: 52 mg Sodium: 841 mg Potassium: 111 mg Sugar: 1.2 g Calcium: 207 mg Iron: 1 mg
Keyword cheese, ground beef, salsa, taco, taco bell