After the meat was browned. I drained and used paper towel to pat off. I mixed the ranch,with other ingredients as states.Instead of bacon 4 slices,I use the real bacon bits and shredded Mexican cheese. I combine all of these instead. I also wrapped mine as squares,using the same amt they use but I don't make a ring. They are each individual. Placing everything in the center and evenly distributed. Place a quarter piece of sliced American cheese on meat. wrap back hanging piece to center and front to center meeting ends. Then pinch sides closed. You can add anything to these . While cooking add onions or garlic. Kids loved them!