Description
A comforting and budget-friendly layered casserole featuring spiced ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, tangy enchilada sauce, and melty cheese between corn tortillas.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 8 corn tortillas (soft, not crispy)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen and thawed or canned, drained)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Warm a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper and cook until browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
- Stir the enchilada sauce into the cooked beef, then add the drained black beans and corn. Simmer briefly to combine, about 2 minutes.
- In a baking dish, arrange a single layer of corn tortillas, spread half of the beef mixture, and sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
- Repeat with another layer of tortillas, the remaining beef mixture, and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Let sit for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a different protein, swap ground turkey or shredded rotisserie chicken for the beef. Use low-sodium enchilada sauce when watching salt intake. For a dairy-free option, substitute with plant-based cheese or omit cheese and add extra sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican