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Mexican Casserole

Mexican Casserole 🇲🇽🧀🌮

A cheesy, zesty, and satisfying dish that’s perfect for taco night! 🌮🔥
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven: Set to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease, then stir in taco seasoning and Rotel.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine meat mixture, black beans, corn, salsa, rice, sour cream, chili powder, cumin, and 1 cup of cheese.
  4. 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.
  5. Bake: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. Serve: Let cool slightly and garnish with chopped cilantro, avocado, or jalapeños!

Notes

Cost varies based on location and ingredient brands.