A Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake is a fun and easy way to enjoy the flavors of tacos in a casserole form with a crescent roll crust. Here’s a simple recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 packet (1.25 ounces) taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can (8 ounces) Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
- Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, sliced black olives, chopped green onions, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeños, or sliced avocado
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the Pillsbury Crescent Rolls package (usually around 375°F or 190°C).
- Cook the Ground Meat:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or turkey) until it’s browned and crumbled.
- Drain any excess fat, if necessary.
- Season the Meat:
- Add the taco seasoning mix and 1/2 cup of water to the cooked meat.
- Stir well and simmer for a few minutes until the mixture thickens and the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Prepare the Crescent Roll Crust:
- Unroll the Pillsbury Crescent Rolls and press them into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, creating a bottom crust. If the rolls come in triangles, pinch the seams together to form a single layer.
- Assemble the Layers:
- Spread the cooked and seasoned meat mixture evenly over the crescent roll crust.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the meat.
- Top with Crescent Rolls:
- Unroll the remaining crescent rolls and place them on top of the cheese and meat mixture to create a top crust layer. Pinch the seams together.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven according to the Pillsbury Crescent Rolls package instructions, usually for about 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Serve:
- Once the taco bake is out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes.
- Cut into squares and serve with sour cream, salsa, and your choice of optional toppings.
This Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends and family. Customize it with your favorite taco toppings for added flavor and freshness.