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Easy Cheesy Beef Enchilada Casserole

A thick slice of layered beef enchilada casserole topped with melted cheese, served on a white plate.
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Make this simple, layered beef enchilada casserole for a satisfying, family-friendly weeknight dinner. It uses ground beef and is packed with classic Tex Mex flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
  • 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup water
  • 12 corn tortillas, cut into quarters
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, for topping (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and onion. Cook, breaking up the beef, until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet. Stir in the taco seasoning mix, enchilada sauce, black beans, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Arrange half of the cut tortillas over the sauce layer. Sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese and half of the Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Spoon half of the remaining beef mixture evenly over the cheese layer. Repeat the layering process: tortillas, remaining cheese, and the rest of the beef mixture.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  8. Let the beef enchilada bake rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top with sour cream and cilantro, if desired.

Notes

  • You can prepare this layered enchilada casserole ahead of time. Assemble the entire dish, cover it tightly with foil, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time if cooking directly from the refrigerator.
  • For a slightly different flavor, substitute green enchilada sauce for the red sauce to make a green chile beef casserole.
  • Use a mix of your favorite Mexican cheeses for the best melt.

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Find it online: https://purecookingjoy.com/beef-enchilada-casserole-recipe/

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