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Mexican Fiesta in a Pie: Quick & Easy Taco Pie

Shake up your culinary routine! Our Quick & Easy Taco Pie brings the delightful flavors of a Mexican fiesta to your dinner table, encased in a buttery crescent roll crust. This oh-so-simple recipe incorporates zesty ground beef, refried beans, and oozing cheddar cheese, creating a symphony of delici...
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27 min
TOTAL TIME
407
CALORIES
$1.77
PER SERVING
Mexican Fiesta in a Pie: Quick & Easy Taco Pie
Directions
9 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
17 min
COOK TIME
27 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef and minced garlic until fully cooked, then drain and discard any excess grease.
3
Stir the refried beans, Tostitos salsa, salt, and Old El Paso taco seasoning into the beef, simmer the mixture on low heat for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
4
Unpack the Pillsbury crescent roll dough, separate it into triangles.
5
Press the triangles together to form a pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate, while ensuring to cover any gaps.
6
Trim any excess dough from the edges of the plate and assure eveness of the crust with gentle pressing.
7
Transfer the beef and bean mixture into the crust, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, followed by a dusting of dried oregano.
8
Bake the pie for 15-17 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown. If the crust browns too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
9
Allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes before slicing into wedges and serving.
Health Info
Macros
26g
CARBS
19g
FAT
27g
PROTEIN
Contains these allergens
MILK
EGGS
WHEAT
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to cook the meat before adding it to the pie?
Can I use a store-bought pie crust?
How can I prevent the crust from getting soggy?
Which cheese is best for Taco Pie?
How much Taco seasoning should be used?
Can I customize the fillings?
Is it okay to use a skillet for baking instead of a pie dish?
How to make Taco Pie vegetarian?
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Can I make Taco Pie ahead and bake later?