Creamy Crunch Taco Bake

Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. 2Spray an 11x7 or 9x13 baking dish.
  3. 3Press crescent dough into the bottom of the dish.
  4. 4Bake 5–6 minutes until slightly puffed.
  5. 5Remove from oven.
  6. 6Spread a thin layer of refried beans over the crust.
  7. 7Brown ground beef in a skillet until no pink remains.
  8. 8Drain grease.
  9. 9Add taco seasoning and water from the packet.
  10. 10Simmer until thick, not watery.
  11. 11Let meat cool 2–3 minutes.
  12. 12Spoon meat over refried beans.
  13. 13Add salsa and sour cream directly into the baking dish.
  14. 14Gently stir salsa and sour cream into the beef layer without disturbing the crust.
  15. 15Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips over the top.
  16. 16Cover evenly with shredded cheese.
  17. 17Bake 18–22 minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden.
  18. 18Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.

Ingredients

  • 1 can crescent roll dough sheet
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 taco seasoning packet
  • water
  • 0.5 cup refried beans
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 0.75 cup chunky salsa
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend or cheddar
  • 1 handful thick tortilla chips, crushed

Equipment

baking dishskillet
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