Crescent Roll Taco Bake
Seasoned ground beef, a thin layer of refried beans, and shredded cheese bake over a crescent roll base in a baking dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning one package
- 1 can refried beans 15 ounces; use only enough for a thin layer
- 1 can crescent roll dough 8 ounces
- 2 cups Mexican-blend cheese shredded
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Check that it reaches 160°F with a food thermometer; drain if needed. Add the taco seasoning and cook according to its package directions.
- Unroll the crescent dough in the prepared dish and press the seams together to seal them.
- Warm the refried beans so they are easier to spread. Dollop them onto the dough and spread gently in a thin layer, leaving a border around the edge. You may not need the whole can.
- Spread the seasoned beef over the beans, then top with the shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the outer crust is golden brown. Check the center of the casserole with a food thermometer; it should reach 165°F.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice into squares. Serve with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced olives, or sour cream if desired.
Notes
The listed 40-minute total does not include the separate 5-minute cooling step; baking may take up to 30 minutes. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in shallow, covered containers. Keep refrigerated leftovers for 3 to 4 days or frozen leftovers for 3 to 4 months. Thaw in the refrigerator, cold water, or microwave, not on the counter. Reheat leftovers to 165°F.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 25.6gProtein: 28.2gFat: 30.6gSodium: 829mgFiber: 3.5gSugar: 4g