Description
A layered, cheesy, hearty casserole loaded with seasoned ground beef, vegetables, tortillas, beans, and melty cheese—everything you love about tacos baked into one comforting dish. It’s customizable, freezer-friendly, and ready in under an hour.
🧂 Ingredients
For the Beef Mixture
1 lb (450g) ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
1 cup tomato sauce OR salsa
1 cup black beans, drained
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
Salt & pepper to taste
For Layering
6 small tortillas (corn or flour), cut into halves
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or mozzarella)
Optional: 1 cup cooked rice for a thicker casserole
Toppings (optional but amazing!)
Chopped lettuce
Tomatoes or salsa
Avocado or guacamole
Sour cream
Jalapeños
Green onions
Cilantro
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef Mixture
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until soft.
Add garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
Stir in taco seasoning, tomato sauce (or salsa), beans, and corn.
Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thick.
2️⃣ Assemble the Casserole
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a baking dish.
Layer tortillas on the bottom.
Add half of the beef mixture.
Sprinkle cheese.
Repeat layers: tortillas → beef mixture → cheese.
3️⃣ Bake
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbling.
4️⃣ Add Toppings (Optional)
Let cool slightly, then top with:
Lettuce
Tomato
Sour cream
Jalapeños
Avocado
Cilantro
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve with Mexican rice, chips & salsa, or a fresh salad.
Great for feeding a crowd or meal prepping.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I make it spicy?
Yes — add jalapeños, hot salsa, chili flakes, or spicy taco seasoning.
Q: Can I make it healthier?
Use ground turkey, low-fat cheese, and whole-wheat tortillas.
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
Replace beef with lentils, tofu mince, or extra beans + veggies.
Q: Does it freeze well?
Yes! Freeze after baking, then reheat at 350°F (175°C) until warm.
