Description
Taco bake casserole with tortillas is a flavorful, one-dish meal that captures the essence of your favorite tacos in a warm and comforting format. Layers of soft tortillas cradle seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and gooey melted cheese, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Finished with fresh cilantro and jalapeños, each savory bite invites you to enjoy this delightful twist on a classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 6 soft flour or corn tortillas
- 1 (15 oz) can refried beans
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for topping)
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Grease a baking dish and layer half of the tortillas at the bottom. Spread half of the refried beans and half of the beef mixture on top, then sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese. Repeat layers.
- Top with remaining tortillas, beans, beef mixture, and cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
- Broil for an additional minute if desired for extra melty cheese. Let cool slightly before serving with sour cream, cilantro, and jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg