Cheesy Taco Bake: A Delicious Twist on Tacos

Cheesy Taco Bake is a scrumptious Mexican casserole dish that combines the flavors of a taco with the heartiness of a baked dish. This recipe is perfect for feeding a large group or for making ahead of time. Layers of tortillas, seasoned ground beef, beans, salsa, and melted cheese come together to create a flavorful and comforting dish that everyone will love. Serve it with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and fresh cilantro for a complete Mexican feast.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup salsa
• 8 small flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the diced onions and minced garlic, and cook until the onions are translucent.
3. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Add the black beans and salsa to the skillet, and stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Place 4 tortillas on the bottom of the greased baking dish, slightly overlapping them if necessary.
6. Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by half of the shredded cheese.
7. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese.
8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Let the taco bake cool for a few minutes before serving.
11. Garnish with desired toppings and serve hot.

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