Beef and Bean Taco Casserole Recipe

Name: Beef and Bean Taco Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for greasing dish; 1 1/2 pounds ground beef; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; One 15-ounce can pinto beans, strained and rinsed; 2 cups jarred tomato salsa, plus more for serving; 6 cups yellow corn tortilla chips (about 5 ounces), plus more for serving; 3 cups shredded Cheddar and Monterey jack blend; 1 cup sour cream, stirred well for easy dolloping; 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce; 2 plum tomatoes, diced; 1/2 avocado, diced; 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, chopped

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for greasing dish
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
One 15-ounce can pinto beans, strained and rinsed
2 cups jarred tomato salsa, plus more for serving
6 cups yellow corn tortilla chips (about 5 ounces), plus more for serving
3 cups shredded Cheddar and Monterey jack blend
1 cup sour cream, stirred well for easy dolloping
1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
2 plum tomatoes, diced
1/2 avocado, diced
1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, chopped

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish.
2
Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat.
3
When the oil is shimmering, add the beef and sprinkle with the chili powder, cumin, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
4
Cook, breaking up the meat into smaller pieces, until browned, about 5 minutes.
5
Add the onions and garlic and cook until the onions are soft, about 5 minutes more.
6
Add the beans, salsa and 1/2 cup water and bring to a simmer; cook until the sauce thickens and coats the meat, about 5 minutes.
7
Add salt and pepper to taste.
8
(This beef-and-bean mixture can be made up to a day ahead of time.)
9
Lay half the tortilla chips on the bottom of the oiled casserole dish.
10
Spread half the meat mixture on top.
11
Sprinkle half the cheese blend over the meat.
12
Repeat with the remaining chips, meat and cheese.
13
Bake uncovered until the cheese melts and the casserole is hot, about 20 minutes.
14
Top with sour cream, lettuce, tomato, avocado and pickled jalapenos if desired.
15
Serve with more salsa and tortilla chips on the side.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for greasing dish, 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, 3 tablespoons chili powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Beef and Bean Taco Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Beef and Bean Taco Casserole

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