Iowa Party Bites
Iowa Party Bites are a must-try appetizer that encapsulates the heartland’s culinary charm. These bite-sized delights feature a savory blend of ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and gooey cheese, all nestled in crispy pastry shells. Perfect for any gathering, these easy-to-make treats will impress your guests with their flavor and texture. In just under an hour, you can whip up these delicious morsels that promise to elevate your entertaining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 24 pastry cups or phyllo dough shells
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375F (190C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add chopped bell peppers and onion; cook until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in garlic powder and chili powder, mixing well.
- Spoon the mixture into pastry cups and top each with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry cup (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg