San Antonio Special

Dive into the bold and zesty flavors of the San Antonio Special, a Tex-Mex casserole that’s perfect for dinner or your next family gathering. This mouthwatering recipe layers juicy seasoned ground beef, hearty black beans, sweet roasted corn, and spicy diced tomatoes with green chilies, all nestled between crispy corn tortilla triangles and smothered in gooey melted Mexican cheese blend. Infused with taco seasoning and a touch of garlic for an irresistible kick, this easy-to-make dish bakes to perfection in under 30 minutes. Topped with fresh cilantro and served with a dollop of tangy sour cream and lime wedges, the San Antonio Special delivers a satisfying combination of flavors and textures with every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole is a delicious one-pan dinner sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1.5 cups Roasted corn, drained
• 1 can (10 oz) Diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning mix
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 pieces Corn tortillas, cut into triangles
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving)
• 4 pieces Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onions are softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning mix, black beans, roasted corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Layer half of the tortilla triangles on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish, covering the base evenly.

Step 6

Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top.

Step 7

Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla triangles, beef mixture, and another 1 cup of shredded cheese.

Step 8

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2430.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4766.9

Total Fat 273.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 873.9mg	0%
Sodium 7108.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 360.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.4g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 262.2g	0%

Vitamin D 102.6IU	0%
Calcium 4159.1mg	0%
Iron 27.7mg	0%
Potassium 4488.4mg	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: 49.7%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 29.1%