Description
This Burrito Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make layered dish that combines all the flavors of a beef burrito in a comforting casserole format. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, this cheesy Mexican casserole is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
Sauce:
- 1 (10-ounce) can red enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Additional Ingredients:
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- Chopped green onions and sliced black olives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Season the beef: Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: Mix the enchilada sauce with sour cream.
- Assemble the casserole: Layer sauce, tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese in a baking dish.
- Bake: Cover with foil, bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Rest and garnish: Let sit for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with green onions and olives.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or shredded chicken for the beef.
- Add a layer of rice or corn for extra texture.
- Great for meal prep or freezing ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
