Description
Taco Pie is a delicious and versatile dish that combines the classic flavors of a taco with the comfort and ease of a pie. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings and can be customized to suit various tastes and dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can refried beans
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package crescent rolls or tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, chopped tomatoes, sliced jalapenos, chopped lettuce
Instructions
- Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cooking the Meat:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning and salsa to the beef, stirring well. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Assembling the Pie:
- Unroll the crescent rolls and press them into the bottom of the greased baking dish to form an even crust. If using tortillas, layer them to cover the bottom of the dish.
- Spread a layer of refried beans over the crust.
- Spoon the seasoned beef mixture over the layer of beans, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef layer.
- Baking:
- Place the assembled pie in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Replace ground beef with black beans, lentils, or a plant-based meat substitute.
- Spicy Version: Add diced jalapenos or a splash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Extra Cheesy: Add an additional layer of shredded cheese between the beans and beef.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
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