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Mexican Beef Casserole: Discover a Delicious Recipe!

A hearty and flavorful Mexican Beef Casserole that combines ground beef, rice, beans, and cheese, perfect for a family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and cooked rice. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Pour half of the salsa into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the salsa. Top with the remaining salsa and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  6. 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.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

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.

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