Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Cook the Beef Mixture
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
- Add diced onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with chilies, black beans, corn, and salsa. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread a small amount of the beef mixture on the bottom to prevent sticking.
- Layer 2-3 tortillas over the beef mixture, tearing them as needed to fit.
- Add a layer of beef mixture, then a sprinkle of shredded cheese, and repeat layers (tortillas, beef, cheese) until all ingredients are used, ending with a cheese layer on top.
- Spread sour cream or Greek yogurt over the final cheese layer for extra creaminess (optional).
Step 4: Bake
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Add your favorite toppings, such as cilantro, avocado, jalapeños, or green onions.
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair with a fresh green salad or Spanish rice.
- Serve with tortilla chips for added crunch.
Enjoy the zesty, cheesy goodness of this Mexican-inspired comfort food! 😋