This savory and flavorful Taco Pie II recipe is sure to satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings. With a crispy crust made from tortilla chips and a delicious filling of seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and cheese, this dish is a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. Serve it with your favorite taco toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and salsa, for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salsa, for serving
- Lettuce, for serving
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a deep-dish pie pan.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning mix and refried beans until well combined. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Spread half of the crushed tortilla chips onto the bottom of the prepared pie pan.
- Top the tortilla chips with half of the ground beef mixture, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese and half of the Mexican blend cheese over the beef.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla chips, ground beef mixture, and cheeses.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish the taco pie with sour cream, sliced black olives, diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and any other favorite taco toppings.
- Serve warm with salsa and lettuce on the side.
Interesting Facts
Taco pie is a popular dish in many Southwestern states in the United States.
The first recipe for taco pie appeared in a cookbook in the 1960s.
Taco pies are often enjoyed during Cinco de Mayo celebrations.