How to Make Easy Crescent Taco Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to weeknight dinners, easy and delicious are always at the top of the priority list. And when you can combine the convenience of canned crescent roll dough with the flavors of a classic taco, you've got a winner on your hands. This Easy Crescent Taco Bake recipe is the perfect solution for those busy nights when you want something satisfying and a little bit indulgent.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can have this savory and comforting dish on the table in no tim...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) can Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
  • 1 pound lean (at least 80%) ground beef
  • ¾ cup Old El Paso® Thick 'n Chunky salsa
  • 2 tablespoons Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix (from 1-oz package)
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • Shredded lettuce, as desired
  • Diced tomato, as desired

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Unroll dough; separate into 8 triangles. Place in ungreased 9-inch square pan or 10-inch pie plate; press over bottom and up sides to form crust.
  • In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in salsa and taco seasoning mix; simmer 5 minutes. Spoon meat mixture in crust-lined pan; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until crust is deep golden brown and cheese is melted. Served topped with lettuce and tomato.
  • Nutrition

    396 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 962mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 143mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 189mg