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Beef Enchilada Casserole

This Beef Enchilada Casserole has layers of ground beef, beans, tortillas, and cheese, all smothered in enchilada sauce and baked to perfection. Serve this easy meal with a fresh tossed salad or a size of cilantro tomato rice for an easy dinner that’s sure to be a crowd pleaser!

Ingredients :

  • 10 small corn tortillas 6-inch, or flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 15 ounces canned pinto beans rinsed and drained, 1 can
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 2 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 ripe tomatoes diced
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions

Directions :

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat a 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spoon.
  • Add the taco seasoning, salt and pepper to taste, and beans; stir to combine.
  • Spread ¼ cup of the enchilada sauce over the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Layer ⅓ of the tortillas over the sauce.
  • Add ½ of the meat mixture, then add ¾ cup of cheese on top of the meat.
  • Pour ½ cup of the enchilada sauce over the cheese.
  • Repeat the process with ⅓ of the tortillas, the rest of the meat mixture, ¾ cup of cheese and ½ cup of sauce.
  • Add the final ⅓ of tortillas on top of the casserole; pour the remaining sauce over the top of the tortillas and sprinkle on the rest of the cheese.
  • Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and browned.
  • Sprinkle tomatoes and green onions over the top. Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before cutting.