Loaded Taco Beef Casserole

📝 Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef

• 1 packet taco seasoning mix (1 ounce)

• 1 cup salsa

• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 cup frozen corn kernels

• 2 cups crushed tortilla chips, divided

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

• 1/2 cup sliced black olives

• 1/4 cup chopped green onions

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

3. Stir in taco seasoning and salsa. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.

4. In a bowl, mix together cooked beef, black beans, and corn.

5. Spread 1 cup crushed tortilla chips in a greased 9×13 baking dish. Top with beef mixture.

6. Sprinkle 1 cup cheddar cheese over top.

7. Add remaining 1 cup tortilla chips, pressing lightly into cheese.

8. Top with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese.

9. Bake 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly.

10. Remove from oven and top with olives, green onions and cilantro (if using).

11. Let sit 5 minutes before serving.

A sizzling spin on taco night, this casserole delivers comfort, crunch, and crave-worthy flavor—all in one dish. 🌟