Acapulco Delight Recipe

Name: Acapulco Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning; ¾ cup water; 2 (7 ounce) jarsmild green taco sauce; 9 flour tortillas (6 inches); 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 (16 ounce) can barbecue baked beans; 2 cups sour cream; ½ cup chopped green onion; 1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained

Servings: persons

1
In a large skillet, brown beef; drain fat.
2
Stir in taco seasoning and water.
3
Add taco sauce; simmer for 5-10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
4
Cover the bottom of a 13-in.
5
x 9-in.
6
x 2-in.
7
baking dish with three tortillas, tearing them into pieces as necessary.
8
Spread half of meat mixture over tortillas, then sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese.
9
Layer with three more tortillas; spread with baked beans.
10
Cover with sour cream; sprinkle with green onions and olives.
11
Place remaining tortillas over top; cover with remaining meat mixture and cheese.
12
Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.
13
Let stand a few minutes before serving.

1898

kcal

Calories

Fat

186

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground beef, 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning, ¾ cup water, 2 (7 ounce) jarsmild green taco sauce, and more.

Yes, Acapulco Delight falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Acapulco Delight

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Variations & substitutions

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