Taco Casserole Recipe

Name: Taco Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb ground beef; 2 cups grated cheddar cheese; 2 cups tortilla chips, crumbled; 2 tablespoons taco seasoning; 2 -3 teaspoons onion powder; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon cayenne (OPTIONAL); 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 cups water; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; taco sauce, to taste; sour cream (optional); tomatoes, diced (optional); cilantro (optional); black olives (optional); green onion (optional); jalapeno pepper (optional); green chili (optional); romaine lettuce (optional); Baby Spinach (optional)

Servings: persons

12 lb ground beef
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
2 cups tortilla chips, crumbled
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
2 -3 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne (OPTIONAL)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 cups water
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
taco sauce, to taste
sour cream (optional)
tomatoes, diced (optional)
cilantro (optional)
black olives (optional)
green onion (optional)
jalapeno pepper (optional)
green chili (optional)
romaine lettuce (optional)
Baby Spinach (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Brown and drain ground beef.
3
Add taco seasoning, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, tomato sauce, water, and black beans.
4
Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 10-15 minutes.
5
Fold in crushed chips and half of cheese.
6
Put into casserole dish, uncovered, and bake for approximately 30 minutes.
7
Spread or dab taco sauce over top, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
8
Top with your favorite toppings, such as: sour cream, diced tomatoes, cilantro, black olives, green onions, jalapenos, green chilies, etc.
9
SERVING SUGGESTION: Serve with a romaine & spinach salad.

3746

kcal

Calories

291

Fat

Carbs

249

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb ground beef, 2 cups grated cheddar cheese, 2 cups tortilla chips, crumbled, 2 tablespoons taco seasoning, and more.

Yes, 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.

Taco Casserole

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