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Mexican Layered Casserole

Mexican Layered Casserole for a Cozy Family Feast

This Mexican Layered Casserole is a crowd-pleaser that combines seasoned ground beef, zesty salsa, and gooey cheese, making it a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Use lean beef to minimize grease and maximize flavor.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Enhances the dish's taste with its blend of spices.
  • 2 cups Salsa Feel free to use fresh salsa for extra freshness.
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinse well before using to reduce sodium.
  • 1 cup Corn Opt for fresh or frozen for best results.
  • 8 tortillas Tortillas Corn tortillas are traditional.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese A blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack melts beautifully on top.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream A dollop adds creaminess right before serving.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Guacamole Adds creaminess and flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Salsa For a refreshing crunch and additional zest.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Great for a burst of freshness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning for about 1 minute.
  3. Add salsa and rinsed black beans to the skillet. Stir and let it simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes.
  4. Layer half of the tortillas in the baking dish, followed by half of the meat mixture, corn, and half of the cheese.
  5. Repeat layering with the remaining tortillas, meat mixture, corn, and the remaining cheese.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole cool for about 5-10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse canned beans and layer ingredients carefully for the best texture. Corn tortillas hold up beautifully in this casserole.

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