Description
Mouthwatering Mexican casserole brings hearty layers of spiced ground beef, cheese, and tortillas to dinner tables. Home cooks can quickly assemble this classic comfort dish with simple ingredients and minimal prep time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 8 large tortillas
- 2 cups (226 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) salsa
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup (227 g) sour cream
- 1 tomato, diced (optional)
- Cilantro, fresh, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) to prepare for assembling the casserole.
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, thoroughly draining any accumulated fat after cooking.
- Enhance the meat by mixing in taco seasoning, creating a robust flavor profile. Incorporate salsa, black beans, and corn into the beef mixture.
- Gently simmer the combined ingredients for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Create layers in a baking dish by alternating tortillas, seasoned beef mixture, and shredded cheese. Ensure the final layer is topped with a generous coating of cheese.
- Transfer the assembled casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese transforms into a golden, bubbling surface.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest briefly, cooling slightly to set the layers.
- Optional: Garnish with dollops of sour cream, freshly diced tomatoes, and scattered cilantro leaves for added freshness and visual appeal.
- Slice into portions and serve while still warm, capturing the melted cheese and vibrant Mexican-inspired flavors.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by choosing mild, medium, or spicy salsa to match your family’s taste preferences.
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or plant-based crumbles to create a leaner or vegetarian version of the casserole.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for a gluten-free option that adds a traditional Mexican flavor profile.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to streamline the cooking process and make this a quick weeknight dinner solution.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg