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Taco Casserole With Tortillas

Taco Casserole With Tortillas That Will Wow Your Family

This Taco Casserole With Tortillas is a quick and customizable dish that transforms busy weeknights into something special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter dish
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Water or beef broth for more flavor
  • 1 cup Salsa con Queso or mild nacho cheese
For the Layers
  • 6 pieces Flour Tortillas or corn tortillas for a twist
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend or cheddar for a sharper taste
For Serving
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for a healthier option

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • 8-inch baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef, and cook until browned for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and water, let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, then mix in salsa con queso.
  4. Lightly spray an 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray, layer with one tortilla, followed by 1/3 of the beef mixture and 1/3 of the shredded cheese. Repeat for 2 more layers.
  5. Bake for about 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Optional garnish with fresh cilantro for added flavor.

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