tacos Archives - 365 Days of Baking

Taco Braid

Lynne — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:26:26 +0000

Taco Braid – ground beef seasoned with taco seasoning, covered with shredded cheese and tomatoes and wrapped in a braided pizza dough. It’s a fun and different way to eat a taco!

We’ve all heard of tacos. Whether it’s a regular taco, a fish taco recipe, or any type of taco your heart desires. But, this recipe takes it one step further. Introducing, the taco braid!

Today I have for you, the illustrious Taco Braid! The video and pictures say it all. It’s taco meat, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and pizza dough. Pretty easy checklist if you ask me! So, here’s your go-to for taco Tuesday.

Watch this quick video on how to make it!

We eat tacos quite a bit around here because they’re easy and I like to make my own Homemade Taco Seasoning instead of buying the packets at the store. This time, I decided to change things up a bit and do something similar to our favorite Spinach Pepperoni Bread.

The braid was super easy to make and delicious to eat, so I’m sure it’s something the whole family will enjoy.

Place a package of refrigerated pizza dough onto a sheet of parchment that will fit a rimmed baking sheet and roll it out so that it’s 10 X 15 inches. Make sure you use the parchment. It makes it so much easier to transfer the braid from your work surface to the baking sheet. Ask me how I know…

Next, use your cut slices into the long sides of the dough, making them 1 1/2 inches thick and 3 inches in. You’ll be placing your ingredients down the middle.

Now, fold one end up and take the first two slices and fold them over to hold the end in place. Repeat with the dough slices, folding them over each other until just before you reach the last two at the opposite end.

Fold the remaining end up and wrap the last two slices over it. Spread the melted butter over the top and sprinkle with cheese.

TA DA!!!!

Look at that beauty! Really, don’t be intimidated. Pre-made pizza dough, some really great ingredients and you’ve got yourself a beautiful and delicious dinner. Or, if you want to go a step further you can make your own homemade pizza dough.

I think the family will be pleased.

SAVE THIS TACO BRAID TO YOUR FAVORITE PINTEREST BOARD!

~ FOLLOW ME ~
~ FACEBOOK ~ PINTEREST

~ INSTAGRAM ~ TWITTER ~

More Taco Recipe Ideas

Walking Tacos Recipe
Taco Pockets
Chicken Taco Dip
Shrimp Tacos
Chicken Taco Salad
Taco Casserole
and of course, you can’t make tacos without a good Taco Seasoning!

Taco Braid

This super easy Taco Braid is ground beef seasoned with taco seasoning, covered with shredded cheese and tomatoes wrapped in a braided pizza dough. It's a fun and different way to eat a taco, and perfect for Taco Tuesdays or even Game Days!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Braid Recipe, Taco, Taco Braid

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Servings people

Calories 508kcal

Author Lynne Feifer

Equipment

parchment paper
Rolling Pin
rimmed baking sheet

Ingredients

1 refrigerated pizza crust
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 lb. ground beef
3 tablespoon Homemade Taco Seasoning
½ 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

Instructions

Prepare a rimmed baking sheet by lining it with parchment.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gently brush the top and sides with the melted butter. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese on top.
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.

Nutrition

I rate everything I make on a scale of 1 – 4 with 4 being the best and this Taco Braid earned 4 rolling pins. As I said, it was delicious and I really think your family will enjoy it. Mine certainly did.
The kids will have fun eating it and it will be a great dish to take to a party.

The post Taco Braid appeared first on 365 Days of Baking.

Best Back To School Dinner Ideas

Lynne — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 01:50:41 +0000

Best Back to School Dinner Ideas – easy entrees to help move you through the busy school year. These meals will help you get dinner on the table when your family is busy with after school activities, sports and practices AND you’ll feel great about serving them.

Is the school year in full swing now at your house?

I have to say that since our son and our youngest child graduated high school last year, I honestly haven’t missed the craziness of homework, projects, late-night studying and various weekly activities when he was involved with sports.
I have missed watching him compete though in both cross country and with track. I joked that I would go back to the school to watch the events, but I haven’t done that. I suppose I’ve moved on and have busied myself with the blog enough to fill that void.

Here’s to a great and stress free school year for all of you!

Pin this to your favorite Pinterest Board!

Skillet Enchilada Bake

Beef Stroganoff Ravioli Skillet

Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

Pepperoni Bubble Up Pizza

One-Pot Southwest Macaroni

Pizza Muffins

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

One Pot Spinach Artichoke Pasta

Baked Chicken Street Tacos

Smoky Tex Mex Sloppy Joes

Triple Grilled Cheese

Sloppy Joe Mac & Cheese

30 Minute 2 Ingredient BBQ Wings

One Pot Spaghetti and Meat Sauce

Chicken Spaghetti

One Pot Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake

Baked Orzo with Chicken

Easy Beef Sliders

Slow Cooker Pineapple Brown Sugar Pulled Pork

Shepherd’s Pie Loaded Baked Potatoes

Breakfast Egg Muffins

Bubble Up Carbonara

~ FOLLOW ME ~
~ FACEBOOK ~ PINTEREST ~ INSTAGRAM ~ TWITTER ~

I give you BIG baking hugs and muffins!!

The post Best Back To School Dinner Ideas appeared first on 365 Days of Baking.

25+ 30 Minute Back To School Meals

Lynne — Sat, 22 Aug 2015 20:08:51 +0000

Have I got a treat for you today!

Depending on where you live school has already started or will be within the next few weeks, and we all know what that means…
busy, busy BUSY schedules!!

Even if you don’t have kids going to school, I know that there are probably plenty of days when you’re wishing that you could just put a quick dinner together as opposed to ordering out. I certainly do, and I feel much better about spending less money and feeding them something healthier.
There’s something here for everyone, so I’m sure you’ll find plenty of options to please your family’s palate. Enjoy!

Easy Cheesy Veggie Pasta Bake / One Pot BBQ Chicken & Bacon Pasta

Skillet Lasagna / Family Favorite Sloppy Joes

French Bread Pizzas / Spicy Smoked Sausage Alfredo Bake

Penne with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto / White Chicken Chili

Easy Chicken Enchilada Bake / Santa Monica Street Tacos

Fettuccine Alfredo / Beef Burrito Skillet

Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Roll Ups / Easy Goulash

Stove Top Pastitsio / Chicken Parmesan Pasta

15 Minute Chicken Alfredo / Sweet & Spicy Cashew Ginger Chicken Stir Fry

Chicken Teriyaki with Vegetable Fried Rice / Caprese Balsamic Chicken

Parmesan Herb Chicken / Creamy Pasta with Bacon and Peas

Healthy Mini Margherita Pizzas / Creamy Pecorino Spaghetti