Taco Casserole (Printable Format)
A layered casserole combining seasoned ground beef, tortillas, and cheese with all your favorite taco toppings.
# What You'll Gather:
→ Taco Filling
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1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 packet (or 2 tbsp) taco seasoning
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½ cup water
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1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
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1 cup frozen or canned corn (drained)
→ Casserole Layers
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8 small corn tortillas (or 4 large flour tortillas, cut in halves)
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2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
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½ cup sour cream (optional)
→ Optional Toppings
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Diced tomatoes
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Chopped cilantro
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Sliced jalapeños
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Sliced avocado
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Sour cream
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Salsa
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
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Brown ground beef and onion (5-7 minutes). Add garlic, taco seasoning, and water. Stir in beans, tomatoes, and corn
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In a 9x13-inch dish, layer: tortillas, half the beef mixture, 1 cup cheese. Repeat layers. Add optional sour cream between layers
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Cover with foil, bake 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes until cheese is golden
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Cool 5-10 minutes. Add optional toppings like tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeños, or avocado
# Important Tips:
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Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours. For vegetarian version, replace beef with extra beans or crumbled tofu