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Taco Casserole

Cozy Up with This Flavor-Packed Taco Casserole Recipe

Enjoy a delicious Taco Casserole that's comforting, easy to make, and perfect for dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Choose lean beef (80/20)
  • 1 pkg Taco Seasoning Opt for homemade for a personal touch
  • 15 oz Canned Black Beans Rinse before adding
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Fresh or frozen
  • 28 oz Diced Tomatoes Fire-roasted for smoky depth
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Cheddar and Monterey Jack mix
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped; use vibrant colors
For Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream For serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Taco Casserole
  1. Gather all the ingredients for your Taco Casserole.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and cook for another minute.
  4. Transfer the seasoned beef to the slow cooker and add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and bell peppers.
  5. Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top and cover to melt.
  7. Serve in bowls topped with sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This casserole is great for make-ahead meals and perfect for leftovers, storing well in the fridge or freezer.

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