Mexican Casserole Recipe

Name: Mexican Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 lb. lean ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09; 1-2/3 cups hot water; 1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Cornbread Stuffing Mix; 1 can (15.5 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed; 1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce; 1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce; 1 Tbsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. garlic powder; 1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 2 cups finely shredded iceberg lettuce; 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1-1/2 lb. lean ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09
1-2/3 cups hot water
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Cornbread Stuffing Mix
1 can (15.5 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 cups finely shredded iceberg lettuce
2 green onions, thinly sliced

1
Heat oven to 375F.
2
Brown meat in large skillet.
3
Meanwhile, add hot water to stuffing mix; stir just until moistened.
4
Drain meat; return to skillet.
5
Stir in beans, tomato sauce, barbecue sauce and seasonings.
6
Spoon into 3-qt.
7
casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
8
Top with stuffing, spreading to within 2 inches of side of casserole.
9
Sprinkle with cheese.
10
Bake 30 min.
11
Top with lettuce and onions just before serving.

332

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* 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: 1-1/2 lb. lean ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09, 1-2/3 cups hot water, 1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Cornbread Stuffing Mix, 1 can (15.5 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mexican Casserole

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