Description
Layered Taco Bake is an irresistible, crowd-pleasing dish that combines crispy tortillas, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese into a delightful meal. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this layered casserole is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit every palate. With vibrant colors and enticing aromas wafting from the oven, it’s sure to become a new favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray an oven-safe baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
- Layer half of the crispy tortillas in the baking dish, then add half of the beef mixture, followed by salsa and cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, beef, salsa, and top with extra cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before garnishing with sour cream and green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg