Taco Twists

My family and I love tacos and there's absolutely nothing wrong with that, but sometimes I want to change things up a bit and give them a twist, so to speak.  That is where these tasty bundles of pastry and taco filling, come in.

Taste of Home are my go to for recipes, I have loved their magazines and cookbooks for as long as I can remember, and I may, or may not still carry around a huge pile of their magazines dating back to the early 90's.

Give them a go next time you're in the mood for tacos, and see how your family reacts.  If they're anything like mine, they will love them just as much as the typical taco served in a corn or flour tortilla.

Taco Twists

Source:  Taste of Home

Serves 12

Calories per serving: 214

1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup salsa
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls
Optional: Shredded lettuce, sliced ripe olives, chopped tomatoes, sliced seeded jalapeno pepper


In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the cheese, salsa, chiles, garlic powder, hot pepper sauce, salt and cumin.

Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into 12 rectangles. Place on ungreased baking sheets; press perforations to seal. Place 1/2 cup meat mixture in the center of each rectangle. Bring 4 corners to the center and twist; pinch to seal.

Bake at 350° until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. If desired, serve with favorite toppings.