Tasty Taco Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
669 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Tasty Taco Casserole
Description
Tasty Taco Casserole features ground beef cooked with diced onion, green chiles, and a blend of cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder to provide a balanced and mildly spicy flavor. The tortillas are individually browned in olive oil to add a toasted texture before layering. The casserole is assembled with layers of tortilla halves, cheddar cheese, seasoned beef mix, salsa, black beans, and corn, then baked to meld the flavors and melt the cheese. The layering brings together a soft and slightly crispy texture from the browned tortillas and a rich savory taste from the seasoned beef and beans.
After baking, this casserole can be served hot, commonly accompanied with fresh toppings such as cilantro, lettuce, avocado, jalapenos, or black olives, which can provide contrasting fresh notes and additional texture. This dish is convenient for feeding a group and can be served as a complete meal along with a side salad or rice.
Toppings to customize the casserole include fresh chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and jalapenos, which add brightness and heat according to preference. The basic components allow for some flexibility in adding or omitting ingredients based on availability and taste.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter salted
- 1 medium white onion
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 (7 ounce can) diced green chiles
- 1 tablespoon cumin ground
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 (14.5 ounces) black beans rinsed and drained
- 2 cups salsa divided
- 2 cups corn kernels divided
- 3 cups cheddar cheese divided, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Dice 1 medium white onion.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons salted butter. Add in the diced onion and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, 1 (7 ounce can) diced green chiles, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons chili powder, and 2 teaspoons garlic powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and fully cooked, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, add ¼ to ½ teaspoon olive oil. Working one at a time, brown 12 (6 inch) corn tortillas, adding more oil as needed, until lightly golden, about 1 minute per side. Once all are browned, cut them in half.
- Arrange half of the tortilla halves in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Spread half of the ground beef mixture over the cheese.
- Evenly layer the drained 1 (14.5 ounces) black beans over the beef. Spoon 1 cup salsa over the beans. Arrange the remaining tortilla halves on top.
- Spread the remaining ground beef mixture over the tortillas. Spoon 2 cups corn kernels evenly on top, followed by the remaining 1 cup salsa. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake, uncovered, for 25 to 30 minutes, until bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Add toppings as desired.
Notes
- Optional toppings like chopped fresh cilantro, diced lettuce, sliced avocado, sliced jalapenos, and sliced black olives add fresh contrasting flavors.
- Browning the corn tortillas before layering helps prevent sogginess and adds texture to the casserole.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 669 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 669kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 112mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1512mg | 63% |
| Potassium | 876mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1118IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 410mg | 41% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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