Description
This Cinco de Mayo Casserole is a festive and flavorful layered dish perfect for celebrating with friends and family. Featuring seasoned ground beef, refried beans, corn, and a blend of cheeses layered between flour tortillas, this casserole is baked to bubbly, cheesy perfection and served with fresh salsa and sour cream for a delightful Tex-Mex experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 6–8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup salsa, for serving
- 1 cup sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat, then add taco seasoning and a little water according to the seasoning packet instructions. Cook until well combined and flavorful.
- Assemble the Layers: In a baking dish, start by placing a layer of flour tortillas. Next, spread a layer of cooked beef, followed by refried beans, corn kernels, and a generous sprinkling of shredded cheese. Repeat these layers until you use all ingredients, finishing with a top layer of cheese.
- Bake: Place the assembled casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve the casserole garnished with fresh salsa and a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Refried beans can be replaced with black beans for a different texture.
- Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version, if preferred.
- For spicier flavor, add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Leftovers refrigerate well for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.
