Delicious Taco Bake Casserole Recipe

This Taco Bake Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines the flavors of tacos and the texture of a classic casserole. Layers of seasoned ground beef, tortillas, cheese, and salsa come together to create a flavorful and satisfying dish. It's perfect for busy weeknights or a gathering with friends and family. Serve it with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and chopped tomatoes for an extra delicious twist. This recipe is sure to become a regular in your meal rotation.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
• 1 cup salsa
• 8 small flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• Toppings: sour cream, guacamole, chopped tomatoes, sliced jalapenos

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet. Stir well to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
4. Stir in the black beans, corn, and salsa. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
6. Top with 4 tortillas, overlapping as needed to cover the bottom.
7. Spread half of the remaining beef mixture over the tortillas. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
8. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, beef mixture, and cheddar cheese.
9. Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
12. Serve with sour cream, guacamole, chopped tomatoes, and sliced jalapenos, if desired.

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