Taco Braid
Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated pizza crust
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 3 tablespoon Homemade Taco Seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup Fiesta Blend shredded cheese
divided, or you can use your favorite. Plus additional for serving, if desired.
- 1 tomato
diced, plus additional for topping, if desired
- 2 tablespoons butter
melted
- 2 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
- sour cream and taco sauce for serving
if desired
Directions
- 1
Prepare a rimmed baking sheet by lining it with parchment.
- 2
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 3-5 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until brown. Pour in the water and homemade taco seasoning and mix until well incorporated. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Transfer the piece of parchment to your work surface and using a rolling pin, roll out the pizza dough so that it measures 10 x 15-inches. With a knife or pizza cutter, make slices 1½ inches thick and 3 inches long down both long sides of the dough.
- 5
Leaving about an inch at the top and bottom, place the ground beef down the center of the dough. Cover the beef with 3/4 cup of the cheese, and then add the diced tomato.
- 6
Beginning at one end of the braid, fold the end up and wrap the first two slices over to secure it. Repeat the wrapping with opposite slices just until the last two. Fold the end up and wrap the last two slices over it to secure.
- 7
Gently brush the top and sides with the melted butter. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese on top.
- 8
Transfer the braid on the parchment to the rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown. Allow to cool a few minutes before serving. Cover with chopped Romaine lettuce, additional tomato and cheese, if desired. Serve with sour cream and taco sauce.
Taco Braid
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About this Recipe
Tired of the same old tacos? This super easy Taco Braid offers a fun and delicious twist, perfect for livening up Taco Tuesdays or your next Game Day gathering. It's a unique way to enjoy all your favorite taco flavors in a delightful, shareable package.
What makes this recipe a standout is its clever use of refrigerated pizza dough, beautifully braided around a savory filling. This technique encases seasoned ground beef, melty shredded cheese, and fresh tomatoes, creating a wonderfully satisfying meal that’s both engaging to make and to eat. It’s a creative approach that promises all the flavor with a fraction of the fuss.
Prepare for a hearty and flavorful experience where tender, perfectly seasoned ground beef meets gooey melted cheese and bright diced tomatoes, all enveloped in a soft, golden-brown pizza crust. Each bite delivers the familiar comfort of a taco but with a satisfying, bread-like texture that makes it feel like a completely new dish. The convenience of a refrigerated pizza crust makes this a surprisingly simple creation, delivering a homemade taste with minimal effort.
Feel free to customize your Taco Braid by swapping the Fiesta Blend shredded cheese for your favorite variety, as the recipe suggests you can use your preferred cheese. You can also add additional diced tomato on top after baking, and the recipe encourages serving with fresh chopped Romaine lettuce, cool sour cream, and zesty taco sauce for that complete, authentic taco experience.
This Taco Braid is an ideal centerpiece for casual family dinners like Taco Tuesday, or a crowd-pleasing snack for Game Day festivities. Serve it sliced, allowing everyone to grab a generous piece and enjoy.