Throw Together Mexican Casserole

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 4
Easy Throw Together Mexican Casserole Recipe
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 can sweet corn , drained
1 cup mild , chunky salsa
1/4 cup sliced black olives
3 1/2 cups cooked egg noodles
1 can kidney beans , drained and rinsed
1/4 cup taco sauce
1 package taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup tomato sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
544
Sugar
6g
Fat
21g
This easy Throw Together Mexican Casserole Recipe is a classic Mexican dish that is perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to cook. A hearty and wholesome meal, this casserole is loaded with protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is made with ground beef, egg noodles, and black olives, mixed with kidney beans, corn, taco sauce, and tomato sauce to give it a classic Mexican flavor. The casserole is then topped with sliced black olives and baked to perfection. Serve with extra salsa and sour cream, if desired.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
3.Add the taco seasoning mix, taco sauce, tomato sauce, and corn to the beef. Stir everything together well.
4.In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked egg noodles, kidney beans, and 1 cup of the salsa.
5.Spread the noodle mixture in the prepared baking dish. Pour the beef and corn mixture on top of the noodles and spread it evenly.
6.Sprinkle the sliced black olives over the beef mixture.
7.Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the casserole is heated through.
8.Serve with extra salsa and sour cream, if desired.

PROS

This Mexican casserole is loaded with flavor and goodness.
It is easy to make and requires minimal prep time.
Ideal for a busy weeknight dinner.

CONS

The casserole is high in calories, due to the ground beef, egg noodles and black olives.
It might not be suitable for those who are watching their calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This casserole is a good source of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The beans and corn provide fiber, while the beef provides protein. The tomato sauce is rich in lycopene, which is an antioxidant that helps protect against heart disease and some cancers.

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