Cinco de Mayo Quesadillas Recipe
May 2, 2024
BALSAMIC ROASTED VEGETABLES
April 24, 2023
Ingredients
- Ground beef: You'll love the flavor of ground beef, but if you want something leaner, try pork or chicken.
- Salsa: A good salsa is essential for Mexican cuisine.
- Onions: Feel free to add them to the beef to enhance the flavor, even though they will cook during baking.
- Mayonnaise: Despite the fact that it isn't exactly a traditional taco ingredient, this one works well to give the salsa and beef a creamy undertone.
- Seasonings: You can modify the amount of cumin and chili powder in this recipe to suit your preferences.
- Tortilla chips: Some will soften, while others will crisp up in the oven, creating a pasta-like layer similar to that of a lasagne.
- Cheese: This recipe calls for cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, which go well together and melt beautifully.
What to serve it with
Firstly, the toppings. Although this casserole is unquestionably delicious on its own, it tastes even better when you pile on all of your favorite taco toppings. Consider adding salsa, guacamole, avocado, black olives, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped red or green onions, or fresh cilantro. Serve the instant pot Mexican rice and a fresh green salad alongside the taco casserole.Tips
- If you're cooking for a crowd, keep it mild but have a side of chilis or a spicy aioli on hand for those who like it hot.
- Combine the cheeses for a variety of flavors, combine the cheeses.
- Try shredding your own cheese to maximize the melting possibilities. The coating on pre-shredded cheese keeps it from sticking together and can change how it melts.
- If you don't have any chili or cumin on hand, substitute a packet of taco seasoning.
- If you don't drain your meat, your dish will be watery.
- For added color and texture, add a layer of beans or corn.
- Try to keep the layers even so that you can get everything in one bite.
- For a unique twist, use taco shredded chicken.
- If you like it hot, add some jalapeños or spicy tortilla chips to the layers.
The ground beef in this taco casserole recipe is soft, and it's loaded with the greatest taco flavors, cheese, and Doritos on top! It's the ideal quick comfort dish for active families. Create a new twist on tacos by making a casserole that contains everyone's favorite ingredients, including seasoned meat, tortilla chips, and all the toppings. The chips are layered similarly to how lasagna noodles are arranged, and even after baking, some crunch will remain. The options for toppings are endless! Pickled jalapenos or your preferred salsa can be added, or you can stick with the traditional combination of avocado, sour cream, and lettuce. Make this dish one of your go-to Mexican dinner options for any night of the week.
Directions
Step one: Preheat the oven to 350° F. (175 degrees C).
Step one: IPreheat the oven to 375° F. Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. the oil over medium heat. Combine the bell pepper, onion, poblano, and garlic in a mixing bowl. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened. Combine the ground beef and taco seasoning packet in a mixing bowl. Cook, stirring frequently to break up the crumbles, until browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the canned tomatoes and green chiles, black beans, corn, and salt are well combined, about 2 minutes. Take the pan off the heat.
Step two: Coat a 13-by-9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Arrange the tortilla chips in a single layer in the bottom of the baking dish, slightly overlapping (about 35 chips in a layer). Top with an even layer of about half of the ground beef mixture. Half of the cheese should be distributed evenly. Repeat the layers once more, finishing with the cheese on top. Serve with the remaining chips.
Step three: Bake the casserole for 16 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and beginning to brown on top. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before topping and serving.