Description
Cinco de Mayo Casserole is a flavorful, vibrant dish that combines seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and cheese layered between tortillas and baked to perfection. Perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo or any casual dinner, this crowd-pleasing casserole is easy to make and fully customizable with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Ground beef
Taco seasoning
Refried beans
Corn kernels
Flour tortillas
Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
Salsa
Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). -
Cook the Beef:
Brown ground beef in a skillet and mix in taco seasoning. -
Assemble the Layers:
In a baking dish, layer tortillas, followed by beef, refried beans, corn, and cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with cheese on top. -
Bake:
Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. -
Serve:
Garnish with salsa and sour cream before serving.
Notes
Vegetarian Option: Use beans, veggies, and soy protein instead of ground beef for a plant-based version.
Spicy: Add jalapeños or hot sauce to kick up the heat.
Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free tortillas to make this dish gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican / Tex-Mex
