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Taco Casserole


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A delicious and easy taco casserole that is perfect for a hearty meal!


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey (Halal)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 package taco seasoning (check for Halal)
  • 1 cup salsa (make sure it’s a Halal brand)
  • 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar or a Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup sour cream (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in black beans, corn, taco seasoning, and salsa into the skillet with the cooked meat. Mix well and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. In a 9×13 inch baking dish, layer half of the crushed tortilla chips at the bottom.
  5. Pour the meat and bean mixture over the chips and top with shredded cheese.
  6. Bake for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  7. Remove from the oven and top with sour cream and chopped green onions if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • This recipe is easily customizable by adding your favorite toppings.
  • Ensure all ingredients are Halal certified if needed.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg