Description
This Cinco de Mayo Casserole is a festive and flavorful layered dish perfect for celebrating with friends and family. Featuring seasoned ground beef, refried beans, sweet corn, and melted cheese layered between soft flour tortillas, this casserole is baked to bubbly perfection and served with zesty salsa and creamy sour cream for a delicious, crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 2 tbsp)
Layers
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 6 flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
For Serving
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed, then stir in the taco seasoning until the beef is evenly coated and flavorful.
- Assemble the Layers: In a baking dish, place one flour tortilla as the base layer. Spread a layer of cooked ground beef evenly over the tortilla, followed by refried beans, a sprinkle of corn kernels, and a generous layer of shredded cheese. Repeat the layering process with another tortilla and the remaining beef, beans, corn, and cheese. Finish with an extra layer of cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the assembled casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly. Serve warm, garnished with salsa and a dollop of sour cream on top for added flavor and creaminess.
Notes
- Use warm tortillas to make layering easier.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef for a leaner option.
- Refried beans can be substituted with black beans or pinto beans if preferred.
- For extra spice, add jalapeños to the layering or top with hot sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated.
