Burrito Casserole: A Cheesy Delight
Indulge in the comforting layers of our burrito casserole, featuring seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and fresh veggies. This easy-to-make delight is perfect for busy weeknights and will have your family gathering around the table in no time. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for a dish that’s not just a meal, but a culinary hug!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 6-8 minutes, draining excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with their juices; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in black beans and corn; warm through for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the beef mixture, followed by tortillas, more beef, and cheese. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before topping with sour cream and green onions to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg