Mexican Casserole Recipe

Name: Mexican Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup monterey jack cheese; 1 cup grated cheddar; 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese cut into cubes; 1 lb. ground beef; 1/2 cup onion (chopped); 1 clove garlic (minced); 2 Tbsp. chili powder; 6 oz. tomato paste; 1 cup water; 4 oz. can chopped green chilies (drained); 1 4 oz. can chopped black olives; 6 cups Doritos (crushed)

Servings: persons

1 cup monterey jack cheese
1 cup grated cheddar
8 oz. pkg. cream cheese cut into cubes
1 lb. ground beef
1/2 cup onion (chopped)
1 clove garlic (minced)
2 Tbsp. chili powder
6 oz. tomato paste
1 cup water
4 oz. can chopped green chilies (drained)
1 4 oz. can chopped black olives
6 cups Doritos (crushed)

1
Mix together monterey jack cheese, grated cheese and cream cheese.
2
Set aside.
3
Brown ground beef and drain excess fat.
4
Add chopped onion, garlic, black olives, green chilies, chili powders, tomato paste and water; simmer until done.
5
In a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, put layer of Doritos, meat sauce, cheese mixture.
6
Repeat until done.
7
Just like you would for regular lasagna.
8
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes.

730

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup monterey jack cheese, 1 cup grated cheddar, 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese cut into cubes, 1 lb. ground beef, and more.

Yes, Mexican 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.

Mexican Casserole

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