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Easy Mexican Calzones

Contributed By: jensenjulie
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Easy calzone recipe

Ingredients

1 (15-ounce) package Refrigerated pie crust, room temperature

1 pound Ground beef

1 (4-ounce) can ORTEGA® Diced Green Chiles

1/4 cup Water

1 (1.25-ounce) package ORTEGA® Taco Seasoning Mix

1 cup Shredded mild cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, divided use

Garnish suggestions: ORTEGA® Salsa Prima, shredded lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes, sliced green onions

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Brown beef in large skillet; drain. Add chiles, water and seasoning mix; mix well.

3. Place unwrapped pie crusts on cutting board; unfold. Cut each crust in half, making 4 half circles. Place 1/2 cup beef filling on half of each half circle. Place 1/4 cup cheese on top of each. Dampen edge of crust with water. Fold sides over filling; crimp edges with tines of fork. Place on ungreased baking sheet.

4. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes. Garnish as desired.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Beef
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Mexican & Spanish
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Simple (6 ingredients or less)
Meal Type: Lunch
Entree
Snack