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Taco Braid

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Taco Braid is a delicious and impressive twist on taco night, featuring seasoned beef, melty cheese, and your favorite fillings wrapped in flaky crescent or pizza dough. It’s perfect for family dinners, game nights, or parties.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 tube crescent roll dough or 1 sheet pizza dough
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/4 cup salsa or taco sauce
  • Optional: 1/4 cup black beans, 1/4 cup corn, 1–2 tablespoons sliced jalapeños, 2 tablespoons sliced olives
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Optional toppings: chopped fresh cilantro, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until beef is browned and onion is soft. Drain excess grease.
  3. Add taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in salsa or taco sauce.
  4. Roll out crescent or pizza dough into a large rectangle on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Spread the taco meat down the center of the dough, leaving about 2–3 inches on each side.
  6. Top meat with shredded cheese and any optional fillings like beans, corn, jalapeños, or olives.
  7. Using a sharp knife, cut slits along both long sides of the dough, about 1 inch apart.
  8. Fold the strips over the filling, alternating sides to create a braided look.
  9. Brush the top of the braid with the beaten egg.
  10. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Cool slightly, slice, and serve topped with cilantro, lettuce, tomatoes, or sour cream if desired.

Notes

Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.Make it vegetarian with lentils or meat substitutes.Drain meat well to avoid soggy dough.Pizza dough yields a chewier crust; crescent dough is flakier.Great as a dinner, party dish, or appetizer.

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