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Beefy Mexican Layered Bake: Easy Cheesy Recipe!

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A hearty, flavorful, and cheesy casserole featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and flour tortillas. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, delivering a delicious Mexican-inspired feast in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 6 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is no longer pink (5-7 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and salsa. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Place two tortillas at the bottom of the baking dish. Spread half of the beef mixture over them, followed by a third of the cheese and half of the sour cream.
  5. Repeat the layer: add two more tortillas, the remaining beef mixture, another third of the cheese, and the rest of the sour cream.
  6. Top with the final two tortillas and the remaining cheese. Add sliced jalapeños if desired.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before garnishing with cilantro and serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • For a spicier kick, use 'hot' salsa or add extra jalapeños between the layers.
  • If using corn tortillas instead of flour, you may need more tortillas to cover the surface area.
  • Allowing the dish to rest for 10 minutes is crucial for clean slicing.

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Keywords: Beefy Mexican Layered Bake, Mexican Casserole, Easy Dinner Recipe, Ground Beef Tortilla Bake, Cheesy Mexican Recipe

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