Cheesy Taco Crescent Ring
This Cheesy Taco Crescent Ring is a delightful twist on traditional tacos that will impress your family and friends at any gathering. Originating from a Pampered Chef party, this recipe transforms familiar taco flavors into an eye-catching, easy-to-make dish. Filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and an array of vibrant vegetables, this ring is not only visually stunning but also customizable to suit your tastes. Pair it with your favorite toppings for an even more delicious experience. Ideal for kids and adults alike, this dish has quickly become a family favorite, requested more often than regular tacos. Serve it fresh out of the oven alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal. You'll find that once you make it, you’ll want to prepare this festive dish for every occasion!
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Servings
156
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
lean ground beef
1 lb (cooked and drained)
taco seasoning mix
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package (mix with beef)
shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup (4 ounces) (mixed into meat)
water
2 tablespoons (to mix with seasoning)
refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
2 (8 ounce) packages (unrolled into triangles)
medium bell pepper
1 (chopped or hollowed out for salsa)
salsa
1 cup (for serving)
shredded lettuce
3 cups (for serving)
medium tomatoes
1 (chopped)
onion
1/4 cup (chopped (optional))
pitted ripe black olives
1/2 cup (sliced (optional))
sour cream
(for serving (optional))
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat for 7-9 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
3
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the taco seasoning mix, shredded cheddar cheese, and water until well combined.
4
On a large round pizza stone or baking sheet, unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles.
5
Arrange the triangles in a circular shape on the stone, overlapping the wide ends in the center and making sure the points are facing outward. Leave a 5-inch diameter opening in the center.
6
Scoop the beef and cheese mixture evenly onto the wide ends of each triangle. Fold the points of the triangles over the filling and tuck them under the wide ends at the center, leaving some filling exposed.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the crescent dough is golden brown.
8
While the ring is baking, prepare your toppings by shredding the lettuce and chopping the tomatoes, onions, olives, and bell pepper as desired.
9
For a fun presentation, you can scoop out a bell pepper and fill it with salsa, placing it in the center of the ring.
10
Once baked, add your desired toppings to the top of the ring, finishing with additional shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream.
11
Serve hot with a side salad.
Nutrition Information
9g
Fat
10g
Carbs
7g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cheesy Taco Crescent Ring?
It is a festive dish made by wrapping seasoned ground beef and melted cheese inside a circular arrangement of crescent roll dough, often served with various taco toppings.
At what temperature should I preheat the oven?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C) before baking.
How long does it take to cook the ground beef?
Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for 7 to 9 minutes, or until it is no longer pink.
Should I drain the fat from the beef?
Yes, after cooking the beef, you should drain the excess fat before adding other ingredients.
What ingredients are mixed into the cooked beef?
Once the meat is drained, stir in the taco seasoning mix, shredded cheddar cheese, and water.
How much water is added to the taco seasoning mix?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of water to be mixed with the seasoning and beef.
How do I arrange the crescent dough triangles?
Arrange the triangles in a circle on a pizza stone or baking sheet with the wide ends overlapping in the center and the points facing outward.
What should the diameter of the center opening be?
You should leave a 5-inch diameter opening in the center of the crescent dough ring.
Where do I place the beef mixture on the dough?
Scoop the beef and cheese mixture evenly onto the wide ends of each crescent triangle near the center opening.
How do I fold the dough over the filling?
Fold the points of the triangles over the filling and tuck them under the wide ends at the center of the ring.
How long does the taco crescent ring need to bake?
Bake the ring for approximately 20 to 25 minutes or until the dough becomes golden brown.
What are the nutrition facts per serving?
Each serving contains 156 calories, 9g of fat, 10g of carbohydrates, and 7g of protein.
Is this recipe kid-friendly?
Yes, it is described as a family favorite that kids often request more than traditional tacos.
Can I use a pizza stone for this recipe?
Yes, a large round pizza stone is recommended, though a standard baking sheet can also be used.
What can I use for a fun presentation in the center?
You can hollow out a bell pepper, fill it with salsa, and place it directly in the center of the ring.
What kind of cheese is used in the filling?
The recipe uses 1 cup (4 ounces) of shredded cheddar cheese mixed directly into the meat.
How many packages of crescent rolls are required?
You will need two 8-ounce packages of refrigerated crescent dinner rolls.
What are some recommended toppings to add after baking?
Common toppings include shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, onions, olives, salsa, and sour cream.
How much lettuce is recommended for serving?
The recipe suggests using 3 cups of shredded lettuce for the center and topping of the ring.
Is onion mandatory in this recipe?
No, chopped onion is listed as an optional topping.
What origin is mentioned for this recipe?
The description notes that the recipe originated from a Pampered Chef party.
Can I add olives to this dish?
Yes, 1/2 cup of sliced pitted ripe black olives can be added as an optional topping.
What type of ground beef should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 pound of lean ground beef.
How many total ingredients are needed?
There are 12 ingredients in total, including optional toppings like sour cream and olives.
What is the primary carbohydrate source in this recipe?
The refrigerated crescent dinner rolls provide the main source of carbohydrates.
Do I bake the toppings with the ring?
No, you should prepare the toppings while the ring is baking and add them once it is out of the oven.
Should the meat be hot when I add the cheese?
Yes, you stir the cheese into the beef while it is still warm after removing it from the heat so it melts and combines.
What side dish is recommended?
Serving the taco ring with a fresh salad makes for a complete meal.
Is the filling fully covered by the dough?
No, you should leave some filling exposed between the folds of the crescent dough points.
How should I serve the finished dish?
Serve it hot, topped with fresh vegetables and condiments, and placed in the center of the table for easy sharing.