Tex Mex Tortilla Casserole for a Crowd

Get ready to wow a crowd with this Tex Mex Tortilla Casserole, a layered masterpiece that combines bold flavors and hearty ingredients perfect for feeding a hungry group. Featuring savory ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies, this dish is topped with a generous amount of melted Mexican blend cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Soft corn tortillas create the perfect base for each layer, soaking up the rich tomato sauce and bringing all the Tex Mex flavors together. Quick and easy to assemble, this casserole bakes to golden, bubbling perfection in just 40 minutes. Serve it with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro, sour cream, or guacamole for a dinner that’s big on flavor and perfect for parties, potlucks, or family gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
• 2 cups Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Canned corn, drained
• 1 can (10 ounces) Diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 1.5 cups Tomato sauce
• 4 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 12 Corn tortillas (6-inch)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 to taste Salt and pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and sauté the diced onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, taco seasoning, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and tomato sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes, adding salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5

In the prepared baking dish, spread a thin layer of the beef mixture (about 1/2 cup) on the bottom.

Step 6

Place a single layer of corn tortillas over the mixture, tearing them as needed to fit.

Step 7

Spread 1/3 of the beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by 1 cup of shredded cheese. Repeat this layering process two more times, finishing with the remaining cheese on top.

Step 8

Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 10

Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3624.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5928.1

Total Fat 332.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 150.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1042.3mg	0%
Sodium 8786.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 456.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 82.6g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 323.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4096.9mg	0%
Iron 36.2mg	0%
Potassium 5723.6mg	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: 48.9%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 29.9%