Description
Comforting crescent roll taco bake delivers a fiesta of Mexican-inspired flavors in one delightful casserole. Cheesy layers of seasoned ground beef, crisp rolls, and zesty toppings promise a crowd-pleasing meal that satisfies your dinner cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (453 grams) ground beef
Seasoning:
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1/3 cup (79 milliliters) water
Dough and Cheese:
- 1 can (8 ounces/226 grams) Pillsbury crescent rolls
- 1 cup (113 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) diced onions
Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Jalapenos
- Salsa
Instructions
- Warm the kitchen oven to a precise 375°F, ensuring an ideal cooking environment for the taco-inspired casserole.
- Sizzle ground beef in a spacious skillet, methodically breaking down the meat while it browns and develops rich flavor. Remove any accumulated fat to maintain a lean texture.
- Enliven the meat with zesty taco seasoning, introducing a splash of water to create a robust, fragrant sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer and thicken, concentrating its savory essence.
- Unfurl the crescent roll dough, carefully separating each triangular piece. Strategically layer and press the dough into a baking vessel, crafting a complete base that hugs the dish’s contours.
- Lavishly distribute the seasoned beef across the dough foundation, creating an even layer of hearty filling.
- Generously cascade shredded cheese over the meat, ensuring complete coverage for maximum melty goodness.
- Transfer the assembled dish to the preheated oven, baking until the crust transforms to a golden hue and the cheese bubbles with appetizing intensity.
- Rest the casserole briefly after removing from the oven, then slice into portions ready for garnishing with fresh toppings like crisp lettuce, tangy salsa, or creamy sour cream.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for healthier protein options that keep the dish’s delicious flavor profile.
- Use Mexican blend, cheddar, or dairy-free cheese alternatives to accommodate different dietary preferences or nutritional needs.
- Prepare taco meat mixture ahead of time to speed up assembly and make weeknight dinners faster and more convenient.
- Replace crescent rolls with a low-carb tortilla or cauliflower crust for those monitoring carbohydrate intake while maintaining the recipe’s core taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg