Taco Mac and Cheese Casserole
User Reviews
3.6
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
10
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Calories
554 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Taco Mac and Cheese Casserole
Description
This casserole starts by browning ground beef with diced onions and seasoning the mixture with chili powder, cumin, and salt. The spiced beef is simmered briefly to develop flavor and thickened slightly. It is then mixed with cooked elbow macaroni, drained black beans, corn, salsa, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. The mixture is placed in a casserole dish and baked covered to meld the flavors and gently heat the ingredients without drying out.
After 30 minutes, the dish is uncovered, topped with additional cheddar cheese, and baked until golden and bubbly. The result is a rich, creamy casserole with a mild smoky, spicy profile from the seasoning blend. The beans and corn add texture and heartiness, balancing the creamy cheese and tender pasta.
This casserole serves well as a main meal for casual dinners and can be paired with simple sides or fresh garnishes depending on preference.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 16 ounces elbow macaroni cooked
- 1 cup onion diced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons salt plus more to taste
- 15 ounces black beans drained, canned
- 15 ounces corn drained, canned
- 8 ounces salsa
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 12 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- In a skillet over medium high heat brown the ground beef and onions with a little bit of olive oil.
- Drain the grease from the cooked meat.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, and salt to the meat mixture along with 1/2 c water. Bring liquid to a boil then reduce to a simmer and continue to cook for 5- 6 minutes or until it has thickened.
- In a large bowl add ground beef mixture, noodles, black beans, corn, salsa, sour cream and 2 cups of cheese. Mix thoroughly.
- Add the mixture to a greased 13x 9 casserole dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes covered, then uncover and add the remaining cheese (more or less depending on how cheesy you want it). Then continue to bake for 15 minutes uncovered.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 554 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 554kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 1148mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 599mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1073IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 324mg | 32% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.6
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