Mexican Taco Casserole

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Jennifer

Cuisine: Mexican

This Mexican Taco Casserole is a comforting and flavorful twist on traditional tacos. Layers of seasoned beef, beans, corn, and cheese are baked to perfection creating a hearty and satisfying meal.

Mexican Taco Casserole

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 6

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn kernels, drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 10 corn tortillas, cut into quarters

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add diced onion and bell pepper, and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the beef mixture followed by a layer of corn tortillas. Repeat with remaining beef mixture and tortillas.
  5. Top with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Serve hot topped with dollops of sour cream and chopped cilantro.