Beef Taco Casserole
A hearty and cheesy casserole that combines the flavors of tacos in a comforting dish, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 8 Soft Tortillas (flour or corn)
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheese
- 1 cup Salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, seasoning with salt, pepper, and taco seasoning. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- Layer tortillas in a baking dish to cover the base.
- Add half of the cooked beef over the tortillas, followed by a drizzle of salsa.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of cheese over the beef and salsa.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, finishing with tortillas and cheese on top.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes before cutting and serving.
Notes
Top with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and lime for serving. Additional toppings like guacamole and tortilla chips enhance the experience!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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