Description
Beef enchilada casserole layers seasoned beef, sauce, and melted cheese into a comforting bake. Every serving delivers warm, bold flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 6 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat your oven to a precise 350°F and grab a 9×13-inch baking dish for easy layering.
- Sizzle 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small crumbles until no pink remains, about 7-8 minutes.
- Season your browned beef with 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper for rich flavor.
- Drain 1 can of black beans and 1 cup of corn, then fold them gently into your seasoned beef mixture.
- Create your first casserole layer by spreading 2 corn tortillas across the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spoon half of your beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the tortillas, ensuring complete coverage.
- Pour ½ cup enchilada sauce across the beef layer, then sprinkle ½ cup shredded cheese on top.
- Repeat the layering process with remaining tortillas, beef mixture, sauce, and finish with a generous 1 ½ cups of cheese.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 25-30 minutes until cheese melts completely and edges turn golden.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving to help it set and cool slightly.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or black beans to create a lighter protein option for your casserole.
- Layer ingredients carefully to ensure even distribution of beef, beans, and cheese in each serving bite.
- Opt for corn tortillas instead of flour for a more authentic Mexican texture and flavor profile.
- Add fresh toppings like chopped cilantro, diced green onions, or a dollop of sour cream after baking to enhance the dish’s freshness and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg