Mexican Cassarole

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 0

Amazing Mexican Cassarole Recipe

by The Chefin Dinner

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

482

Sugar

Fat

29g

Mexican Cassarole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is a crowd pleaser. This recipe includes some of the classic ingredients of Mexican dishes such as corn, black beans and tomatoes. The taco seasoning adds the perfect amount of spice to the beef. What makes this recipe unique is the use of tortillas as a layer in the casserole, providing a soft texture to the dish. This Mexican Cassarole dish is perfect for dinner, parties and potlucks. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. Serve it with a side of guacamole, sour cream and salsa for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Brown the beef in a large skillet; drain.
3.	Add the taco seasoning and water to the beef; simmer for 5 minutes.
4.	Add the corn, black beans, and diced tomatoes to the beef mixture.
5.	In a greased 9x13 baking dish, layer 3 tortillas and half of the beef mixture.
6.	Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese over the beef mixture.
7.	Add another layer of 3 tortillas and the remaining beef mixture.
8.	Top with the remaining cheese.
9.	Bake for 30-35 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This Mexican Cassarole recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights.

The ingredients are easy to find and affordable, making it a budget-friendly meal.

It is a great dish for feeding a crowd or for leftovers.

CONS

The tortillas can become soggy if too much liquid is added.

This recipe can be high in sodium due to the use of taco seasoning.

It might not be suitable for people on a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Mexican Cassarole is a good source of protein from the beef and black beans.
It is also a great way to incorporate vegetables like corn and tomatoes in your diet.
However, it can be high in calories and fat due to the cheese and beef. To make it healthier, you can use lean ground beef and reduce the amount of cheese.

	2 lbs ground beef , cooked and drained
	2 packets taco seasoning
	1 cup water
	1 can corn , drained
	1 can black beans , drained and rinsed
	1 can diced tomatoes
	6 flour tortillas
	2 cups Mexican blend cheese