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Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake

Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake is the perfect fusion of a classic taco filling with a buttery, flaky crust. This dish is quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners. The crescent rolls create a golden, crispy base that holds a savory beef mixture flavored with taco seasoning and salsa. The melted cheddar cheese on top adds the perfect amount of creaminess. Once baked, you can garnish the dish with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes, adding a fresh crunch to each bite. Serve this taco bake with your favorite sides like sour cream, avocado slices, and extra salsa for a complete meal.

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Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake is a delightful fusion of savory taco flavors wrapped in a buttery, golden crescent roll crust. This quick and easy recipe combines ground beef seasoned with taco spices, salsa, and melted cheddar cheese, all baked into a crispy base. It’s a fun twist on traditional tacos, making it perfect for busy weeknights or even a casual dinner with friends. The flaky crust complements the flavorful taco filling, and with fresh toppings like shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz) can Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls: The foundation of the dish, forming a flaky, golden crust that holds the taco filling.
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (at least 80%): The main protein in the recipe, offering a savory and hearty base.
  • 3/4 cup Old El Paso® Thick 'n Chunky salsa: Adds a bold, tangy flavor to the beef mixture, enhancing the taco theme.
  • 2 tablespoons Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix: Infuses the beef with traditional taco spices, creating a deliciously seasoned filling.
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese: Melts on top of the taco bake, adding creamy richness and a cheesy finish.
  • Shredded lettuce (as desired): Provides a fresh, crunchy topping for the taco bake once it's out of the oven.
  • Diced tomato (as desired): Adds a burst of juicy flavor and color to the final dish.

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Place the dough in an ungreased 9-inch square pan or 10-inch pie plate, pressing it over the bottom and up the sides to form a crust.
Step 2:
In a 10-inch skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
Step 3:
Add the Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix and salsa to the cooked beef, stirring until well combined. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
Step 4:
Spoon the beef mixture into the crescent roll crust, spreading it evenly across the bottom of the pan.
Step 5:
Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the meat mixture.
Step 6:
Bake the taco bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is deep golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 7:
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Top with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes as desired before serving.

Serving and Storage Tips

  • Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake is best served warm, topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and your favorite taco toppings like sour cream or avocado slices.
  • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes or until heated through.
  • For a fun twist, serve the taco bake with extra salsa or hot sauce on the side to give it an extra kick of flavor.

Comfort Food

A creative take on taco night, this Crescent Roll Taco Bake features a buttery crust, seasoned beef, and melted cheese, topped with fresh lettuce and tomatoes.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
25 Minutes
Total Time
35 Minutes
By: Zaho

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Mexican-American

Yield: 6 Servings (6 servings)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 1 (8 oz) can Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls.
02 1 lb lean ground beef (at least 80%).
03 3/4 cup Old El Paso® Thick 'n Chunky salsa.
04 2 tablespoons Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix (from 1-oz package).
05 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese.
06 Shredded lettuce, as desired (for garnish).
07 Diced tomato, as desired (for garnish).

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Place the dough in an ungreased 9-inch square pan or 10-inch pie plate, pressing it over the bottom and up the sides to form a crust.

Step 02

In a 10-inch skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until fully cooked. Drain the excess fat.

Step 03

Stir in the salsa and taco seasoning mix into the cooked beef, then let it simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 04

Spoon the beef mixture into the crescent roll crust and sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 05

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the crust is a deep golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 06

Remove from the oven and top with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes as desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  1. You can add a 4.5-oz can of Old El Paso® chopped green chiles to the meat mixture for extra flavor.
  2. Serve the taco bake with additional toppings such as salsa, sour cream, and avocado slices for more flavor.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 22 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 18 g
  • Protein: 15 g