The Best Taco Pie Recipe You’ll EVER Eat
I never would have imagined something like taco pie until this recipe. It sounds strange, but the outcome is incredible. It makes a great midweek meal or snack as it's so easy to put together and outrageously versatile. Believe me, it's a crowd pleaser.
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- 1 medium tube crescent rolls
- 1 pound (1/2 kilo) lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
- 1/2 small chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 medium pouch taco seasoning
- 2 cups Tex Mex cheese
- 2 cups crushed nachos or tortillas
- 1 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
Crack open the tube of Pillsbury crescent rolls and lay over the bottom of a nine by nine inch baking dish. You'll have to double it over.
Place in a 350 degree F or 180 C oven for about 12 minutes.
While the pastry is baking, add some oil to a pan over medium high heat. Place the beef in and fry until browned.
Add in the onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and taco seasoning. Stir and fry until well combined. and the onion and garlic are translucent and fragrant.
Spoon the hamburger mixture oven the pastry. Then, add the sour cream and smooth it out. Next, top with cheese and crushed nachos.
Return the dish to the oven for about 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Garnish with parsley, serve, and enjoy.
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.4g32%
- Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
- Cholesterol 115mg39%
- Sodium 825mg35%
- Potassium 541mg16%
- Total Carbohydrate 20.1g7%
- Dietary Fiber 5g20%
- Sugars 2g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Nutritional values are a within reason estimate and my vary depending on several factors.
I simply top the pie with a parsley garnish and dip it in salsa. You can, however, add traditional toppings such as tomatoes, lettuce, refried beans, etc. Or you can eve put the salsa on top.
As always, adjust the seasoning according to your liking.
