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Beef Taco Casserole

This casserole layers seasoned beef, tortillas, salsa, and gooey cheese, bringing all the flavors of taco night into one hearty dish.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1-inch strips (optional)
  • 2 1/2 cups thick and chunky salsa
  • 1 can sweet corn drained
  • 6 flour tortillas 6-inch for soft tacos & fajitas
  • 2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F.
    In a 12-inch skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked, stirring occasionally. Drain the excess fat.
  • Add taco seasoning, water, and bell pepper to the beef. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
  • Stir in the salsa and corn.
  • Spray a 13×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
    Cut the tortillas in half and place 6 tortilla halves in the bottom of the dish.
  • Layer half of the beef mixture over the tortillas. Sprinkle 3/4 cup of cheese on top.
  • Add the remaining tortilla halves, followed by the remaining beef mixture and cheese.
  • Spray a large piece of foil with cooking spray and cover the dish with the sprayed side down.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted.