Cheesy Beef Taco Pockets

Step 2: Prepare the Dough

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients.
  3. Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Slowly add the milk, stirring with a wooden spoon until a dough forms.
  5. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for a few minutes until smooth.
  6. Divide the dough into equal portions (about 8-10 pieces) and form each into a ball.

Step 3: Assemble the Taco Pockets

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Take one portion of dough and roll it out into a circle (about 6-7 inches in diameter) on a lightly floured surface.
  3. Spoon a generous amount of the beef and cheese filling onto one half of the dough circle, leaving a small border around the edges.
  4. Gently fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a semi-circle shape.
  5. Use a fork to press and seal the edges of the dough.
  6. Repeat this process with the remaining dough portions and filling, placing each assembled pocket onto the prepared baking sheet.

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