Description
This baked burrito casserole is a hearty Tex-Mex dinner layered with seasoned beef, refried beans, gooey cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce. It’s the ultimate comfort food, easy to assemble, and a family favorite for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
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1 (16 oz) can refried beans
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1 (10 oz) can enchilada sauce
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1/2 cup sour cream
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6 large flour tortillas
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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Optional: chopped green onions and diced tomatoes for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Cook the Beef:
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and chopped onion until beef is browned and onion is soft.
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Drain excess fat and stir in taco seasoning.
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Assemble the Filling:
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Stir the refried beans and sour cream into the seasoned beef mixture.
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Layer the Casserole:
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Spread a few tablespoons of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
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Layer 2 tortillas, then add 1/3 of the beef mixture, drizzle enchilada sauce, and sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
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Repeat layers two more times, ending with tortillas, sauce, and remaining cheese on top.
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Bake:
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Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Garnish & Serve:
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Let sit for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
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Garnish with green onions and diced tomatoes if desired.
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Notes
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Substitute ground turkey or black beans for a lighter version.
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Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
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Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
