Creating delicious Taco Ranch Bites involves straightforward steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Add Seasoning: Add the taco seasoning to the cooked beef, and stir well. Follow package instructions for water.
4. Mix Ranch: In a bowl, combine the seasoned beef with ranch dressing until well mixed.
5. Layer Ingredients: In a large baking dish, layer crushed tortilla chips at the bottom, followed by the taco ranch mixture evenly spread over the chips.
6. Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top, then add diced tomatoes and lettuce.
7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish: Once out of the oven, add optional garnishes like sliced jalapeños, olives, and fresh cilantro on top.
9. Cool and Serve: Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Make sure to have some napkins handy; things might get a little messy, but that’s part of the fun!