Name: Taco Bites: Cheesy Bean Appetizer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12 Bites
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 0.5 cup red onion; 1 can black beans; 1 tsp taco seasoning; 0.5 tsp salt; 4 flour tortillas; 1 cup Mexican blend cheese; Toppings

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Taco Bites: Cheesy Bean Appetizer

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Taco Bites: Cheesy Bean Appetizer

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin.

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ½ cup chopped red onion and ½ teaspoon salt, then sauté for 6-7 minutes. Stir in 1 can of black beans (undrained) and 1 teaspoon taco seasoning. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, mashing some of the beans. Remove from heat.

Using a cookie cutter, cut four large tortillas into 3.5-inch rounds. Microwave for 15-30 seconds to soften, then brush with olive oil.

Press tortilla rounds into the muffin tin to form cups. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the bean mixture into each, then top with 1 cup shredded cheese.

Bake for 15-18 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool for 5 minutes, then add toppings of choice. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Tortilla Molding Technique 🌮
Brush tortilla strips lightly with olive oil and drape them over an inverted muffin tin while baking to create perfectly shaped cups that hold fillings without tearing or sliding.
Bean Seasoning Timing ⏱️
Season your black beans with taco seasoning 10-15 minutes before assembly so the flavors fully absorb into the beans, creating more cohesive and flavorful bites.
Cheese Melting Strategy 🧀
Add cheese in two layers—sprinkle a thin base layer in the tortilla cup before baking, then top with fresh cheese after baking for a combination of melted and slightly crispy texture.
Crispy Shell Guarantee 🥒
Bake tortilla cups at 375°F for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy, then let them cool for 2 minutes on the tin before removing to prevent them from becoming soft or soggy.
Red Onion Preparation 🧅
Finely dice and lightly salt your red onion 5 minutes before serving to take the sharp bite out of raw onion while maintaining its vibrant color and crunch.