Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef and Corn Tortillas
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef and Corn Tortillas, a dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. This hearty casserole combines savory ground beef, black beans, and fresh vegetables layered between soft corn tortillas. It’s easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends and family. With just 20 minutes of prep time and customizable toppings like sliced jalapenos and fresh cilantro, this recipe is both satisfying and versatile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 cup frozen corn (thawed)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 12 yellow corn tortillas
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) chopped tomatoes (drained)
- 8 green chile peppers (roasted and chopped)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup Pepper Jack cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- In a large fry pan over medium heat, brown the ground beef until it's no longer pink. Add the chopped onions and cook for an additional 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the thawed corn, black beans, drained tomatoes, chopped chiles, taco seasoning, and half a cup of water. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray.
- Layer one cup of the meat mixture at the bottom of the dish. Top with half of the corn tortillas, overlapping them slightly.
- Spoon half of the remaining meat mixture over tortillas, add sour cream evenly on top, then layer with more tortillas followed by the rest of the meat mixture. Finish with shredded cheese.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with sliced jalapenos, chopped tomatoes, and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg