Taco Night Just Got Better: Try Texas-Style Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake Recipe

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In Texas, where everything is big and bold, meals are more than just food – they’re experiences. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or just craving something comforting, the Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake is the perfect dish to satisfy everyone at the table. This delicious bake brings together the best of Tex-Mex flavors with the buttery flakiness of crescent rolls, creating a hearty, crowd-pleasing dinner that's both simple and flavorful.

A Tex-Mex Twist to Classic Comfort Food

This dish combines two Texas favorites: tacos and crescent rolls. Imagine the rich, savory filling of seasoned ground beef, paired with the warm, golden crust of a crescent roll base. It's a delightful fusion of flavors, bringing a unique spin to classic taco night. Top it with fresh, crispy lettuce and juicy tomatoes for that extra freshness, and you've got yourself a meal that's sure to be a hit.

Recipe: Texas-Style Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake

Ingredients:

• 1 (8-ounce) can Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
• 1 pound lean ground beef (at least 80%)
• 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

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Press the dough into an ungreased 9-inch square pan or a 10-inch pie plate, covering the bottom and sides to form a crust.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully browned. Drain any excess grease.
3. Add the salsa and taco seasoning mix to the beef. Stir well and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
4. Spoon the beef mixture evenly over the crescent roll crust in the pan. Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese on top.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is a deep golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
6. Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve topped with fresh shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.

Optional Add-ins and Tips: For an extra kick, you can add a 4.5-ounce can of Old El Paso® chopped green chiles to the beef mixture. For additional toppings, serve the taco bake with sour cream, avocado slices, and more salsa.

Why This Dish is a Texas Favorite

What makes the Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake a Texas favorite is its versatility and flavor-packed ingredients. The taco seasoning and salsa give it that signature Tex-Mex flair, while the crescent roll base provides a buttery, flaky contrast. The ease of preparation makes it perfect for busy weeknights, and the comforting, hearty nature of the dish ensures everyone leaves the table satisfied. Whether you're making it for a family dinner or a get-together with friends, this dish is sure to be a winner in any Texan household.

The next time you're looking for something easy but packed with flavor, try this Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake. It's an irresistible combination of classic Tex-Mex flavors with a twist that only Texas could inspire.

The Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake is an excellent, easy-to-make meal that combines the best of two worlds: soft, buttery crescent rolls and seasoned taco filling. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun twist on Taco Tuesday. The crescent roll dough forms a flaky crust that holds a flavorful mix of ground beef, salsa, taco seasoning, and melted cheese. Once baked to golden perfection, it's topped with fresh ingredients like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sour cream for an extra burst of flavor and texture.

Here’s a summary of the recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 (8 oz) can Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent rolls
• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
• ¾ cup chunky salsa
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and green onions

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare the crescent roll dough in a pie dish to form a crust.
2. Cook the ground beef, then add the taco seasoning and salsa. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Spoon the beef mixture onto the crescent roll crust and top with cheese.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Serve with your choice of fresh toppings.

This dish is versatile—feel free to add chopped green chiles for some spice or serve it with additional salsa and avocado slices for a more Tex-Mex flair​(Pillsbury.com)​(Sweet Pea's Kitchen)​(Yummy treats).

For more details and customization ideas, you can check out Pillsbury’s official recipe page (Pillsbury.com)tps://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/easy-crescent-taco-bake/9c2bd5f7-63f7-4a6c-afa3-56baeedbc35a).