Description
A hearty and flavorful Mexican Beef Casserole that combines ground beef, rice, beans, and cheese, perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and cooked rice. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour half of the salsa into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the salsa. Top with the remaining salsa and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Substitute quinoa for rice for a healthier grain option or to make it gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg