
These Pimento Cheese and Bacon Tacos combine creamy, tangy pimento cheese with crispy bacon, creating a delicious twist on traditional tacos. Perfect for a quick meal or a fun party appetizer, this recipe is sure to impress.
The preparation is simple and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile option for taco night.
Delicious Pimento Cheese and Bacon Tacos
This taco recipe features soft tortillas filled with a rich blend of pimento cheese and crispy bacon, topped with fresh ingredients like lettuce and tomatoes. The dish takes about 20 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup pimento cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Hot sauce for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix the pimento cheese and crumbled bacon until well combined.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spread a generous amount of the pimento cheese and bacon mixture onto each tortilla.
- Add Toppings: Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and jalapeños if desired.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve with hot sauce on the side for an extra kick.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 24g