October 23, 2023
Review RecipeTaco Ring
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Our family is obsessed with this cheesy, homemade taco ring. A golden brown, flaky crescent pastry is filled with flavorful taco meat and plenty of cheese to create an easy appetizer or quick weeknight dinner.
Taco Ring Ingredients
Looking for a unique twist on traditional tacos? Look no further than the tantalizing taco ring.
The combination of savory beef, zesty salsa, and gooey cheese all enveloped in a warm, flaky crust, makes for a truly delightful flavor experience.
You’ll need:
- 1 teaspoon of olive oil
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 package of taco seasoning
- 2 cans of refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- guacamole, optional topping
- salsa, optional topping
- sour cream, optional topping
- shredded lettuce, optional topping
PRO TIP:
It’s best to grate cheese at home as pre-shredded cheese tends to be coated with a preservative that prevents it from melting completely.
Substitutions And Additions
TOPPINGS: Add any of your favorite toppings in addition to the ones suggested. Black olives, tomatoes, jalapeños, or anything else you like to include in taco night offerings.
GROUND MEAT: Ground chicken, ground turkey, or ground pork would all work equally well in place of ground beef in this delicious recipe.
CHEESE: A Mexican cheese blend would offer a cheesy alternative to cheddar cheese in this tasty taco ring.
How To Make This Taco Ring Recipe
Once you prepare the fillings for the taco ring, you can wrap the flaky pastry around them and bake until the cheese is all melty and gooey.
STEP ONE: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil.
STEP TWO: Add the ground beef and taco seasoning mix, and cook until the meat has browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
STEP THREE: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
STEP FOUR: On an ungreased large baking sheet, arrange the crescent dough triangles in a ring so the short sides of the triangles form a 6-inch circle in the center. The dough will overlap.
OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS
Placing a small bowl in the center of the dough ring would help you arrange the crescent roll triangles.
STEP FIVE: Spoon the ground beef mixture over the wide section close to the center. Sprinkle the cheese on top.
STEP SIX: Bring each dough triangle tip up over the cheese and ground beef filling, tucking it under the bottom layer of dough to secure it.
STEP SEVEN: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the ring turns golden brown.
PRO TIP:
Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to check your taco ring at the lower end of the recommended baking time.
STEP EIGHT: Allow the taco ring to cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
STEP NINE: Place a bowl of guacamole and salsa in the center of the ring for dipping.
STEP TEN: Garnish with shredded lettuce, if desired.
How To Serve
Taco night just got even better with this tasty twist on regular tacos. Serve your taco crescent ring with your favorite taco toppings and include a bowl of guacamole, Pico de Gallo, and salsa for dipping.
For a heartier meal, you can also add in some refried beans, Spanish rice, or grilled veggies for a burst of flavor and texture.
If you’re looking for Mexican-inspired appetizers, try this Mexican layered salad or our easy rolled tacos. Everyone loves this seven-layer dip, too.
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Storage
After enjoying the flavors of this crowd-pleasing dish, it’s important to know how to preserve any leftovers properly. Let’s dive into some helpful tips and instructions!
IN THE FRIDGE: Once your meal is cooked and any leftovers remain, allow the taco ring to cool down to room temperature. Then, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Properly stored, the taco ring will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
IN THE FREEZER: If you’d like to store leftovers of your taco ring for longer, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap, ensuring there are no exposed areas. For added protection against freezer burn, place the wrapped taco ring in a freezer-safe container or a heavy-duty freezer bag. When stored properly, your taco ring can be frozen for up to 3 months.
I love this easy taco ring recipe because the incorporation of crescent rolls makes it so simple to prepare. Plus, it tastes amazing. You can’t really go wrong with beef and cheese. After trying it, I think you’ll agree that it is perfect for potlucks or as an appetizer.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If you would prefer to use ground turkey, ground chicken, or even ground pork, you certainly can.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
You could make this great recipe ahead of time and store it covered in the fridge to bake and serve later that same day or the next day.
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Taco Ring
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- guacamole, optional topping
- salsa, optional topping
- shredded lettuce, optional topping
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil.
- Add ground beef and taco seasoning, and cook until the meat has browned. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- On an ungreased large cookie sheet, arrange the crescent dough triangles in a ring, so the short sides of the triangles form a 6-inch circle in the center. The dough will overlap.
- Spoon the ground beef over the wide section close to the center. Sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bring each triangle tip up over filling, tucking it under bottom layer of dough to secure it.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the ring turns golden brown.
- Allow the ring to cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Place a bowl of guacamole and salsa in the center of the ring for dipping.
- Garnish with shredded lettuce, if desired.
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Notes
- It’s best to grate cheese at home as pre-shredded cheese tends to be coated with a preservative that prevents it from melting completely.
- Placing a small bowl in the center of the dough ring would help you arrange the crescent roll triangles.
- Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to check your taco ring at the lower end of the recommended baking time.
Comments
Treena says
I made this recipe substituting the ground beef for ground turkey and added green onion with a side salad and served as a meal.
Toni Ayne Thomason says
What a great dinner idea!! I love tacos and this recipe gives it a twist on a classic the whole family loved! Will make again.
matthew Britt says
One word awesome ๐