EASY TACO BRAID

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown and crumble ground beef. Drain excess grease.

Step 2

Add the taco seasoning and water and mix until well incorporated.

Step 3

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 - 7 minutes until thickened.

Step 4

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 5

Place the refrigerated pizza dough on a large piece of parchment paper and roll out the dough so that it measures 10 X 15 inches.

Step 6

With a pizza cutter (or sharp knife), make slices (1 -1/2 inch thick and 3 inches long) along both long sides of the dough.

Step 7

Place refried beans into microwave-safe bowl and microwave for about 45 seconds until soft enough to spread.

Step 8

Evenly spread refried beans down the center of the dough.

Step 9

Top beans with seasoned ground beef down the center of the dough.

Step 10

Evenly spread salsa on top of ground beef.

Step 11

Then add Borden® Cheese Mild Cheddar Shreds and diced tomato.

Step 12

Beginning at one end of the braid, fold the end up and wrap the first two slices over to secure it.

Step 13

Repeat the wrapping with the remaining slices just until the last two.

Step 14

Fold the remaining end up and wrap the last two slices over it to secure.

Step 15

Gently brush the top and side with the melted butter.

Step 16

Carefully transfer the parchment onto a large, rimmed baking sheet.

Step 17

Bake for 20 - 25 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 18

Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 19

Cover with chopped lettuce and tomato, if desired.

Step 20

Serve with sour cream and taco sauce.