Description
This Taco Casserole with Tortillas is a quick and delicious layered dish featuring seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and soft tortillas baked to perfection. Perfect for a family-friendly dinner, it combines classic taco flavors into a comforting casserole that is easy to assemble and bake in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Meat & Seasoning
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 ½ tbsp taco seasoning mix
- ½ cup water
Sauces & Fillings
- ½ cup salsa con queso
Main Components
- 3 8-inch flour tortillas or corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese
For Serving
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the casserole.
- Cook Ground Beef: Heat some oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Add Seasoning and Simmer: Stir in the taco seasoning mix and ½ cup of water. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Incorporate Salsa Con Queso: Mix in the salsa con queso evenly throughout the beef mixture, then remove the skillet from heat.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray an 8-inch round baking tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Layer Ingredients: Place one tortilla at the bottom of the baking pan. Spread one-third of the beef mixture over the tortilla, then sprinkle one-third of the shredded cheese on top. Repeat layering tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese two more times, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes after baking. Slice into wedges and serve warm with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas for a gluten-free version.
- Adding chopped onions or bell peppers to the beef while cooking can enhance flavor and texture.
- For extra heat, consider adding a dash of hot sauce or jalapeños to the beef mixture.
- Sour cream is optional but adds a nice creamy contrast to the casserole.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
