Mexican Tortilla Casserole

Here’s a delicious Mexican Tortilla Casserole recipe, layered with tortillas, seasoned ground beef, beans, cheese, and flavorful salsa. It’s easy to make and perfect for a family dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (or salsa)
• 1 cup salsa (your preferred spice level)
• 1 cup enchilada sauce (red or green)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
• 8 small corn or flour tortillas, cut in halves or quarters
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• Sour cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the Ground Beef:
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
   • Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
   • Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until well combined.
3. Mix in Beans and Corn:
   • Add the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and salsa to the ground beef mixture. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Layer the Casserole:
   • In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce at the bottom.
   • Place a layer of tortilla halves over the sauce, covering the bottom.
   • Add 1/3 of the beef mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle with cheese.
   • Repeat the layers two more times, finishing with a layer of tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese on top.
5. Bake:
   • Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top of the casserole.
   • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
   • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve:
   • Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream, if desired.

Enjoy your flavorful Mexican Tortilla Casserole!