Thursday night I threw together these incredible cheese-stuffed pockets and my crew went absolutely wild for them! It’s dead easy: just brown some ground beef with tons of garlic and my top-secret spice mix until it’s cooked through. Then grab soft bread dough, pack it with that tasty meat mixture and loads of cheese. You’ve gotta seal those edges super tight—I’m serious about this! A little swipe of melted butter, some sprinkled parmesan, and they’re off to the oven. When they come out all brown and gooey, everyone scrambles to grab one first!
These stuffed pockets are straight-up comfort food heaven! Think juicy spiced beef mixed with garlic and two kinds of cheese, all wrapped in soft dough and baked till crispy outside. They’re great for hectic evenings or when your kids have company over. And the cool thing? You can fill them with whatever your family can’t get enough of.
What Makes These Beat Traditional Burgers
Toss those plain old burgers aside! These small bites deliver all that tasty burger flavor in a handy, grab-and-go form. The garlic and cheese blend together inside that crispy shell, making every mouthful totally amazing. My kids actually jump up and down when they catch a whiff of these in our oven. And bonus – you won’t end up with messy hands—they’re spot on for movie time or while we’re catching the big game!
Shopping List Essentials
- Ground Beef: Pick up a pound of quality meat! I typically choose 80/20—it’s got enough fat for flavor without being greasy.
- Garlic: Go for whole bulbs. I throw in at least 3 chunky cloves since we’re big garlic fans at my place.
- Parmesan: Get the authentic kind, not that container stuff! Believe me, it makes a difference.
- Cheddar: Dice it into small chunks. Sharp cheddar gives an extra flavor punch.
- Biscuit Dough: Those refrigerated cans work wonders when you’re short on time.
- Butter: Just a couple tablespoons for that gorgeous golden finish.
- Parsley: Use fresh if available, but dried works too—it adds that touch of class!
Time To Start Cooking
- Warm That Oven First
- Set your oven to 375°F. Put parchment on your baking tray so everything comes off clean—learned that one the hard way!
- Brown Your Beef
- Start that meat sizzling with plenty of garlic. Pour off the extra grease—soggy pockets are nobody’s friend!
- Add Your Cheeses
- While everything’s still hot, mix in both cheese types. Watch that beautiful melting happen!
- Fill Those Pockets
- Crack open your biscuit tube, flatten each piece, and drop that cheesy meat right in the center. Squeeze those edges completely shut—we’re talking super-secure sealing here!
- Last Steps Before Baking
- Coat them with melted butter, stick them in the oven, and wait for the magic—about 15 minutes of anticipation while amazing smells fill your kitchen.
- Ready To Dig In
- Let them cool just a moment, add some parsley if you’re feeling fancy, and watch them vanish!
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