Description
Experience the magic of taco pie—a delightful fusion of flavors wrapped in a flaky crust. This easy-to-make dish transforms weeknight dinners into a festive feast, bringing your family together with every savory bite. With vibrant spices, creamy layers, and fresh toppings, this taco pie is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup refried beans
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 store-bought pie crust (9-inch)
- 1 cup lettuce (shredded)
- 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
- ½ cup olives (sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 9-inch pie plate with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it into crumbles.
- Add taco seasoning and water as per package instructions; simmer for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Spread the refried beans evenly in the bottom of the pie crust.
- Layer half of the shredded cheese over the beans, followed by the meat mixture, and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Serve hot with fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and olives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg