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Mexican Tortilla Casserole

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Ideal for any family dinner or gathering, this dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Whether you’re craving a taste of Mexico or looking for a satisfying meal that everyone will love, our tortilla bake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it up hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream and fresh salsa for a truly authentic experience.

Ingredients:

  • 1lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 pack taco seasoning mix
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can refried beans (warm in microwave for easier spreading)
  • 1 cup prepared rice (Minute Rice used)
  • 1/2 can Mexican blend corn (drained)
  • 4-5 large flour tortillas
  • 8 oz chunky salsa (mild or hot, your choice)
  • Cooking spray
Directions:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a springform pan, round cake pan, or casserole dish with cooking spray.
  2. Brown ground beef and onion in a skillet; drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and cook according to package directions.
  4. Place a tortilla in the bottom of the baking dish. Spread 1/3 of the refried beans on top, followed by 1/3 of the beef mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.
  5. For the second layer, add another tortilla, half the rice, half the salsa, half the corn, and cheese.
  6. Third layer: tortilla, 1/3 beans, 1/3 meat, cheese.
  7. Fourth layer: tortilla, remaining beans, meat, corn, rice, salsa, and cheese.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10-15 minutes.
  9. Let sit for 5 minutes before cutting. Serve with sour cream, diced onion, and shredded lettuce if desired.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Kcal: 650 kcal | Servings: 6

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