Mexican Tortilla Casserole sounds delicious! Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can refried beans (spread easier if you warm them in the microwave)
- 1 cup prepared rice (Minute Rice works well)
- 1 can Mexican blend corn (DRAINED) – you’ll only use about 1/2 can
- 4-5 large flour tortillas
- 8 oz of thick, chunky salsa (your choice, mild or hot)
Instructions:
- Prep the Dish:
- Spray a springform, round cake pan, or casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef and diced onion. Drain any excess fat.
- Season the Beef:
- Add the taco seasoning mix to the cooked ground beef according to the package directions. Cook it according to the seasoning packet.
- Layer the Casserole:
- Start by laying one tortilla in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Spread 1/3 of the refried beans on top of the tortilla.
- Add 1/3 of the seasoned ground beef.
- Sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Repeat the Layers:
- Repeat the layering process.
- For the second layer, use another tortilla, 1/2 of the prepared rice, 1/2 of the salsa, 1/2 of the drained corn, and more cheese.
- For the third layer, use another tortilla, 1/3 of the refried beans, 1/3 of the seasoned beef, and more cheese.
- Finish the Layers:
- For the fourth and final layer, use the last tortilla.
- Spread the remaining refried beans, seasoned beef, corn, rice, salsa, and cheese.
- Bake:
- Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 40 minutes.
- Uncover the dish and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until it’s heated through and the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Rest and Serve:
- Let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes before cutting into it. This helps it set.
- Serve with Toppings:
- After baking, you can top your Mexican Tortilla Casserole with sour cream, diced onion, and shredded lettuce, if desired.
