Taco Pizza Crescent Beef (Print Version)

Crescent dough layered with taco-seasoned beef, cheese, beans, and fresh toppings for bold flavors.

# Ingredients:

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01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 envelope taco seasoning mix
03 - 2 cans (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
04 - 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans with jalapeño
05 - 2 to 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend cheese
06 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
07 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
08 - 4 green onions, chopped

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning with water as indicated on the package. Simmer until mixture thickens.
03 - Unroll crescent roll dough and arrange into rectangles. Place dough onto an ungreased 11 1/2 x 16 1/2 inch jelly roll pan or cookie sheet. Press dough evenly over the bottom and 1/2 inch up the sides to form a crust.
04 - Bake crust in preheated oven for 11 to 13 minutes or until golden brown.
05 - Place refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute until warm.
06 - Carefully spread warmed beans over the baked crust, creating a thin, even layer.
07 - Evenly distribute the cooked beef mixture over the beans, then sprinkle with shredded cheese. Top with chopped tomatoes, sliced black olives, and chopped green onions.
08 - Return pan to the oven and bake for an additional 3 to 6 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
09 - Cut into squares and serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - Warm the refried beans before spreading to prevent tearing the delicate crust.