Taco Pie: A Savory, Cheesy Delight for Any Occasion
A crispy, golden-baked pie combining seasoned ground beef, chunky salsa, and melty cheddar-jack cheese in a flaky crust. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks with bold, satisfying flavors.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pre-made refrigerated pie crust
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup small yellow onion, diced
- 1/4 cup small green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup chunky salsa
- 1 oz packet taco seasoning mix
- 8 oz block cheddar-jack cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
- Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp edges
- Beat egg and brush over crust edges (for browning)
- Cook beef, onion, and bell pepper in a skillet for 6-8 minutes
- Drain excess fat from skillet
- Stir in salsa and taco seasoning; cook 3-5 minutes
- Blend in 1 cup shredded cheddar-jack cheese
- Pour beef mixture into pie crust
- Sprinkle remaining cheese over the filling
- Bake 30 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbly
Notes
Check taco seasoning for halal/non-alcohol certification if required
Use pre-made refrigerated pie crust for convenience
Cover edges with foil if browning too quickly
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Use pre-made refrigerated pie crust for convenience
Cover edges with foil if browning too quickly
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days