El Gando(Mexican Meat Casserole) Recipe

Name: El Gando(Mexican Meat Casserole)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (10 oz.) pkg. yellow rice; 2 lb. ground beef; 1/2 tsp. garlic salt; 2 (16 oz.) cans tomatoes; 1 pkg. chili mix; 1 can Cheddar cheese soup; 1/2 c. milk; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 (16 oz.) cans pinto beans, drained; 1 c. grated Cheddar cheese; 2 c. Fritos, crushed

Servings: persons

1
Cook meat until it separates, add onion, salt, chili
2
mix and tomatoes.
3
Simmer until almost dry.
4
Cook rice as directed on package.
5
Put a layer of meat and tomato mixture in a 4-quart baking dish.
6
Spread one can of beans over meat mixture. Cover with cooked rice, then add the rest of the meat and tomato mixture.
7
Spread with the other can of beans.
8
Heat the can of Cheddar cheese soup and milk in a double boiler, then pour over the entire dish.
9
Heat until bubbly at 350u00b0.
10
Before serving, sprinkle with crushed Fritos.
11
If you like things spicy hot, add chopped jalapenos on top of the meat mixture. Feeds eight hungry people.

1409

kcal

Calories

100

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (10 oz.) pkg. yellow rice, 2 lb. ground beef, 1/2 tsp. garlic salt, 2 (16 oz.) cans tomatoes, and more.

Yes, El Gando(Mexican Meat 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

El Gando(Mexican Meat Casserole)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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