El Dorado Casserole Recipe

Name: El Dorado Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Lean ground beef; 2 tbsp minced onion, dried or fresh; 1/2 tsp garlic salt; 2 cup tomato sauce; 1 tortilla chips, broken in pieces; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup cottage cheese; 1 can small can diced green chilis; 2 tbsp chopped black olives, optional; 2 cup grated cheddar or jack cheese

Servings: persons

1
Brown ground beef, add onion, garlic salt and tomato sauce after you spoon off any grease.
2
Simmer for 5 and turn off heat.
3
Set aside.
4
Mix together sour cream, cottage cheese, green chilies, olives.
5
Set aside.
6
Crumble tortilla chips, enough to make a couple cups worth.
7
In casserole dish, spread a layer of crumbled chips, enough to cover the bottom.
8
I also spray the pan with Pam before I start the casserole.
9
Then add a layer of meat mixture, then a layer of the chili/sour cream mixture.
10
Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
11
Repeat layers.
12
Bake at 350F for 30 minutes.

770

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

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: 1 lb Lean ground beef, 2 tbsp minced onion, dried or fresh, 1/2 tsp garlic salt, 2 cup tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, El Dorado Casserole 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!

El Dorado Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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