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Layered Burrito Casserole

Indulgent Layered Burrito Casserole That's Sure to Impress

This Layered Burrito Casserole is a comforting and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound ground beef lean beef can be used
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning use homemade for a personal touch
  • ¼ cup water or low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes fire-roasted for extra flavor
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn or canned corn if drained
For the Layers
  • 3 pieces flour tortillas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese try pepper jack for a kick
  • ¾ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for a healthier substitute
For the Garnish
  • fresh cilantro optional

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 pound of ground beef until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and ¼ cup of water to the skillet and stir for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 can of diced tomatoes, 1 can of kidney beans, and 1 cup of frozen corn, simmer for 5–7 minutes.
  5. Spread a small amount of the beef mixture across the bottom of your greased baking dish.
  6. Place a layer of flour tortillas over the beef mixture, tearing them as necessary.
  7. Spread half of the remaining beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by dollops of ¾ cup sour cream.
  8. Sprinkle ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  9. Continue with another layer of tortillas, then top with the remaining beef mixture, another ¼ cup sour cream, and another ½ cup of cheese.
  10. Finish with a final layer of tortillas and sprinkle with the last ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  11. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  12. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes.
  13. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is great for leftovers and can be stored in the fridge or frozen.

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