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Burrito Bake

A comfort dish combining seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and melted cheese in a golden crescent dough crust, perfect for family dinners or cozy weekends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound lean ground beef Choose lean beef for a healthier option.
  • 2 packets taco seasoning For added kick, consider spicy taco seasoning.
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 16 ounces can refried beans
  • 8 ounces can refrigerated crescent dough Use as the crust for the bake.
  • 2 cups shredded cheese Colby-jack, pepper jack, or cheddar.
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup sliced olives
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup cilantro Fresh, for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Add the taco seasoning, water, and salsa to the skillet. Stir until well combined, then incorporate the refried beans and remove from heat.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Unroll the crescent dough and press it into the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
  2. Layer the seasoned beef and bean mixture evenly over the crescent dough.
  3. Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously on top.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with sliced tomatoes and black olives if desired.
Serving
  1. Plate with shredded lettuce, cilantro, and dollops of sour cream.

Notes

Consider swapping ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter option, or use black beans for a vegetarian version.