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Tasty Taco Casserole: The Ultimate Family Favorite

Tasty Taco Casserole
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A crowd-pleasing layered casserole with seasoned ground beef, beans, corn tortillas, and melted cheese – all the flavors of tacos in an easy baked dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners!

  • Author: ranime
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz can corn kernels, drained
  • 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chiles (Rotel)
  • 8 corn tortillas, cut into quarters
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup crushed tortilla chips (for topping)
  • Optional toppings: diced avocado, sliced olives, chopped cilantro, jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook meat: Brown ground beef in skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  3. Season: Add taco seasoning and water to meat. Simmer 5 minutes.
  4. Layer 1: Spread 1/3 of meat mixture in baking dish. Top with half the beans, corn, and tomatoes.
  5. Layer 2: Arrange half the tortilla pieces over mixture. Spread with 1/2 cup sour cream.
  6. Repeat: Add another 1/3 meat mixture, remaining beans/corn/tomatoes, then remaining tortillas.
  7. Final layer: Top with remaining meat mixture, then shredded cheese and crushed chips.
  8. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted.
  9. Rest 5 minutes before serving with optional toppings.

Notes

  • For spicier version, use hot taco seasoning or add 1/2 tsp cayenne
  • Vegetarian option: Substitute meat with 2 cups cooked lentils
  • Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking (add 10 mins cook time)
  • Leftovers reheat well in microwave or oven
  • Freezes well for up to 2 months

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