Mexi Beef Taco “Lasagna” Casserole

One of my favorite Mexi casseroles,  I find that Frito’s scoops works the best for this, crushed tacos take the place of lasagna noodles for this casserole,  increase the heat by adding another jalapeno and using medium to spicy salsa or add  in crushed red chili flakes to the ground beef, to save time the ground beef mixture may be cooked and refrigerated until ready to make the casserole just warm in the microwave before using

Servings 8

INGREDIENTS:

1 pound ground beef or bulk Italian sausage meat

1 medium onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped

6 garlic coves, minced

1 package taco seasoning mix (such as Old El Paso taco seasoning mix)

2 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

2 (8-ounce) can corn kernels, drained

1 (16-ounce) container sour cream

2  cups salsa (mild medium or spicy)

6 cups crushed Frito’s scoops tortilla chips, divided

3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

2  plum tomatoes, chopped

4  green onions, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS:—————————————————

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

In a skillet cook the ground beef with onion, green bell pepper, jalapeno pepper and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain fat then continue cooking until the meat is lightly browned (this may take about 10-12 minutes) add in the taco seasoning mix the last few minutes of cooking time.

Transfer the beef mixture to a bowl, then add in black beans, corn kernels, sour cream and salsa; mix tho combine thoroughly.

To Assemble;

Spoon 1/3 of the ground beef mixture into the bottom of the dish (just use enough to cover bottom of the dish).

Arrange half (3 cups) crushed tortilla chips on top of the ground beef, then sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar over the top.

Spoon another 1/3 of the meat mixture over, then cover with remaining half (3 cups) of crushed tortilla chips, then sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheese.

Spread the final layer of meat mixture on top, then sprinkle with remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.

Top the casserole with green onions and chopped tomatoes.

Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.

Let sit for 15-20 minutes before slicing.

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