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Taco Pie

A warm and cheesy Taco Pie that's easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Brunch, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Meat & Seasoning
  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
Vegetables & Condiments
  • 1 can (4.5 oz) diced green chiles
  • 0.5 cup salsa Use mild salsa for kid-friendly heat.
  • 0.25 cup cilantro, finely chopped Adds brightness to the dish.
Dairy
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated Extra cheddar makes it gooier.
  • 1 cup milk
Baking Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup Bisquick mix
  • 3 large eggs
Seasonings
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and spray a 9-inch pie plate with nonstick spray.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium and add the ground beef; cook until no pink remains and you hear a steady sizzle.
  3. Drain any fat, return the pan to medium, and stir in the taco seasoning; the aroma will bloom in about a minute.
  4. Add the diced green chiles and salsa; stir until glossy and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  5. Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared pie plate and sprinkle the grated cheddar over the top.
  6. In a medium bowl, whisk the Bisquick, milk, and eggs until smooth; it should pour like cream.
  7. Pour the batter over the beef and cheese slowly; you’ll see it settle between pockets of filling.
Baking
  1. Bake until the top turns golden and a toothpick in the center comes out clean, 25–30 minutes; the edges should look set and puffed.

Notes

Time-saver: Brown the beef the night before and refrigerate; then assemble and bake when you want it. If the batter pools and won’t set, bake a few extra minutes and reduce the oven by 25°F to finish without over-browning. Stir a spoonful of chipotle in adobo into the salsa for smoky heat.