Layered Taco Casserole

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Layered Taco Casserole, a crowd-pleasing recipe full of vibrant Tex-Mex flavors! Perfectly seasoned ground beef is simmered with onions, garlic, black beans, corn, and tomato sauce, then layered with soft flour tortillas and a gooey blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses for the ultimate comfort food experience. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this casserole is as easy to assemble as it is to devour, taking just 15 minutes of prep time. Customize it with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, sour cream, or a kick of heat from jalapeños to make it your own. Ideal for family dinners or potluck gatherings, this savory dish serves six and promises to be a hit with every bite! Keywords: Layered Taco Casserole, Tex-Mex recipe, comfort food, easy weeknight dinner, taco casserole layers.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels (canned, drained or frozen)
• 6 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 0.5 cup diced tomatoes (optional, for topping)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for topping)
• 0.25 cup sliced jalapeños (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning, tomato sauce, black beans, and corn. Mix well and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.

Step 6

Place two flour tortillas at the bottom of the baking dish, overlapping them as needed to cover the surface.

Step 7

Spread one-third of the beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by one-third of the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 8

Repeat the layering process two more times (tortillas, beef mixture, cheeses), finishing with a top layer of cheese.

Step 9

Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 11

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 12

Top with optional sour cream, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, or sliced jalapeños as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2174.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3820.2

Total Fat 230.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 723.3mg	0%
Sodium 7794.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 212.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 3192.7mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 3086.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.6%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 25.8%