Beef Taco Casserole
A comforting Beef Taco Casserole filled with seasoned ground beef, tortillas, cheese, and zesty salsa, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can kidney beans or black beans (15 oz)
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (14.5 oz)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup sour cream (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the taco seasoning, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and ½ cup of salsa; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Layer the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish with corn tortillas, followed by half of the beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheese.
- Repeat the layers, ending with a generous layer of cheese on top.
- Bake covered with foil for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Customize with toppings like fresh cilantro or sliced green onions. Consider pairing with guacamole or a green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Taco, Casserole, Beef, Tex-Mex, Comfort Food
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