Lightened Up Nacho Bake Recipe

Name: Lightened Up Nacho Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Extra Lean Ground Beef; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 cup Canned Black Beans, Rinsed And Drained; 3 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning; 8 ounces, weight Tube, Refrigerated Reduced-fat Crescent Rolls; 1/2 cups Reduced Fat Sour Cream; 1/4 cups Reduced Fat Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 1/4 cups Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese; 1 cup Baked Tortilla Chips, Crushed; 1- 1/4 cup Shredded Lettuce; 1 Medium Tomato, Chopped; 1/2 cups Red Bell Pepper, chopped; 1/4 cups Reduced-fat Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Optional For Topping

Servings: persons

1 pound Extra Lean Ground Beef
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 cup Canned Black Beans, Rinsed And Drained
3 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning
8 ounces, weight Tube, Refrigerated Reduced-fat Crescent Rolls
1/2 cups Reduced Fat Sour Cream
1/4 cups Reduced Fat Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/4 cups Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese
1 cup Baked Tortilla Chips, Crushed
1- 1/4 cup Shredded Lettuce
1 Medium Tomato, Chopped
1/2 cups Red Bell Pepper, chopped
1/4 cups Reduced-fat Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Optional For Topping

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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly spray the bottom of an 8x8 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
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In a large skillet, cook ground beef and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink.
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Drain meat in a colander and rinse.
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Wipe out skillet with a paper towel.
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Return meat to skillet.
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Add the beans and taco seasoning.
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Stir until taco seasoning coats meat thoroughly.
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Cook over medium heat until heated through, about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Remove from heat.
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Unroll the crescent dough and press into the bottom and partially up the sides of the baking dish.
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Press and flatten as you go being sure to seal the seams.
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Spoon beef mixture on top of the dough.
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Spread sour cream over the top.
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Sprinkle with cheeses.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and edges start to turn golden brown.
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Top with chips, lettuce, tomatoes, bell pepper, and extra cheese.
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Serve immediately.

507

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Extra Lean Ground Beef, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 cup Canned Black Beans, Rinsed And Drained, 3 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning, and more.

Yes, Lightened Up Nacho Bake falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lightened Up Nacho Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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