Description

This Taco Casserole offers irresistible flavor with simple prep. Featuring ground beef, creamy cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips, it’s the perfect comfort food for gatherings or cozy nights.

Ingredients

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1 pound lean ground beef
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons taco seasoning
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups low-sodium beef broth
½ cup salsa
3 cups crushed tortilla chips
2 cups shredded cheese
1 (15-ounce) can of black beans
1 ½ cups frozen corn
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes & green chiles
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
1 (2.25-ounce) can sliced black olives
Toppings: Diced onion, diced tomatoes, pico de gallo, sliced avocado, sour cream, salsa, pickled jalapeños, fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat and add minced garlic.
Add taco seasoning and flour, mixing to coat the beef.
Pour in beef broth and salsa, bringing to a simmer.
Layer crushed tortilla chips in a greased baking dish and top with beef mixture and cheese.
Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes & green chiles, and top with more tortilla chips.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, use beans or lentils instead of beef.
You can make the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.
Experiment with toppings like lime juice or jalapeños for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 60mg