# Components:
→ Main Components
01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 packet taco seasoning mix
03 - 1 tube Pillsbury pizza dough
04 - 5 colby jack and cheddar cheese sticks, halved
→ For Brushing
05 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
02 - In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, breaking up meat with a spoon. Drain excess fat. Incorporate taco seasoning according to packet instructions and mix thoroughly. Remove from heat.
03 - On a lightly floured surface, roll pizza dough into an even layer. Cut dough into 10 identical rectangular sections.
04 - Spoon a portion of seasoned beef mixture onto each dough rectangle. Place a halved cheese stick over the beef. Encase filling by rolling dough around contents, firmly pressing edges to seal. Arrange rolls seam-side down on prepared baking sheet.
05 - Combine melted butter with garlic powder and dried parsley in a small bowl. Generously brush mixture over each dough-wrapped stick.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown and dough is thoroughly cooked.
07 - Allow taco sticks to cool for several minutes before serving. Accompany with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping if desired.
