TACO PIE

Taco Pie image

Provided by The Motherchef

Categories Meat

Time 40m

Yield 1 pie, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter
2/3 cup milk
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
2 1/2 cups mashed potato flakes (you could also use left over mashed potatoes and omit the butter and milk)
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup salsa
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
sour cream (optional)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium sauce pan, melt butter. Add milk and 2 tablespoon taco seasoning.
Remove from heat and add potato flakes until incorporated. Press mixture into the bottom of a 10-inch pan. Bake for 7-10 minutes until it just BARELY turns golden brown.
In a medium skillet, cook beef and onions until beef is browned and cooked through. Drain. Add Salsa and remaining taco seasoning. Cook until bubbly. Pour into crust. Bake for 15 minutes, or until crust is golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes.
Top with cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes. Cut and serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.9, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 95.3, Sodium 787.1, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.6, Protein 22.5