Mexican Casserole 🇲🇽🧀🌮
A cheesy, zesty, and satisfying dish that’s perfect for taco night! 🌮🔥
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz corn, drained
- 1 can 10 oz Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend divided
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 10 small corn tortillas cut into quarters
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease, then stir in taco seasoning and Rotel.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine meat mixture, black beans, corn, salsa, rice, sour cream, chili powder, cumin, and 1 cup of cheese.
- Layer the Casserole: Spread a layer of tortilla pieces in the baking dish, followed by half of the meat mixture. Repeat layers, ending with the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let cool slightly and garnish with chopped cilantro, avocado, or jalapeños!
Notes
Cost varies based on location and ingredient brands.