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Taco CasserIngredients Recipe

Taco CasserIngredients Recipe
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A hearty and flavorful Taco Casserole combining seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, salsa, and melted cheddar cheese over a crunchy tortilla chip base. Topped with fresh vegetables and sour cream, this casserole makes for a delicious and satisfying Mexican-inspired meal perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
  • 1 (14 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (12 oz) can corn, drained
  • 1 (15.5 oz) jar salsa (use your favorite kind)
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded and divided

Toppings

  • Grape tomatoes, halved
  • Scallions, chopped
  • Avocado, chopped
  • Olives, sliced
  • Lettuce, chopped
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or prepare a 9×13 inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Ground Beef and Onion: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula. Add the chopped yellow onion and cook together for about 5 minutes until the beef is browned and the onion is softened.
  3. Season the Beef: Sprinkle in chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin. Stir well to ensure the beef is evenly coated with the spices. Cook for another 5 minutes to develop flavor.
  4. Add Tortilla Chips to Casserole Dish: While the beef cooks, spread the crushed tortilla chips evenly as a base layer in your casserole dish.
  5. Combine Beef Mixture with Beans and Vegetables: Remove excess liquids from the skillet by draining if necessary. Add the black beans, corn, salsa, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the beef mixture. Stir and warm on the stovetop until the cheese begins to melt.
  6. Assemble the Casserole: Pour the beef mixture evenly over the layer of crushed tortilla chips. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden around the edges.
  8. Add Fresh Toppings and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and top with halved grape tomatoes, chopped scallions, avocado, sliced olives, chopped lettuce, cilantro, and dollops of sour cream. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a spicier casserole, use a salsa with heat or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef seasoning.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute ground beef with plant-based meat or cooked lentils.
  • Use thicker or multigrain tortilla chips for added texture and nutrition.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • If desired, add a drizzle of hot sauce or a squeeze of lime juice before serving for an extra zesty flavor.

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