Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Beef Enchilada Casserole, a dish that’s both easy to prepare and sure to please the entire family. Layered with seasoned ground beef, zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese all nestled between soft tortillas, this hearty casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks. In just 40 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that brings warmth and joy to your table. Customize it with your favorite ingredients or serve it with fresh toppings for an even tastier experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with onion and garlic until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Assemble the casserole: Layer 4 tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish, add half of the beef mixture and half of both cheeses; repeat layers.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg