Taco Casserole
Taco Casserole, a Tex-Mex delight, melds seasoned ground beef with black beans, corn, and tomatoes. Topped with a blend of cheeses, crunchy tortilla chips, and garnished with avocado, sour cream, and pico de gallo, this baked dish is a convenient and festive ode to Taco Tuesday, delivering a flavor-packed fiesta in every bite.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Baking dish (9x13 inches)
- Mixing bowls
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- 1 avocado diced
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup pico de gallo
- Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
Inline Ingredients:
- Taco seasoning
- Crushed tortilla chips
- Pico de gallo
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned. Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until onions are translucent. Drain excess fat.
- Season the Meat: Stir in the taco seasoning, following the packet instructions. Add a splash of water if needed. Mix well.
- Layer the Casserole: In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spread the seasoned meat evenly as the base layer.
- Add Beans and Veggies: Scatter black beans, corn, and halved cherry tomatoes over the meat layer.
- Cheese and Crunchy Topping: Sprinkle a generous layer of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the veggies. Top with crushed tortilla chips for a satisfying crunch.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with diced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, pico de gallo, and fresh cilantro.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop out servings, making sure each portion has a bit of every layer. Enjoy the flavor-packed journey of Taco Tuesday in a single casserole dish!