Taco Bake
This easy and cheesy Taco Bake recipe layers seasoned meat, cheese, and tortillas for a delicious, family-friendly meal.
Equipment
- Oven
- Skillet
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
Taco Bake Base
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 6-8 tortillas soft or crunchy chips
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz can
- 1 can black beans drained
- 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup sour cream optional
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1-2 bell peppers chopped
- 1 cup corn optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and black beans. Stir well and cook for 3-5 minutes.
- Spread a thin layer of salsa at the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer tortillas, followed by the meat mixture, cheese, and repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let the taco bake rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to add toppings like chopped cilantro, diced avocado, and extra sour cream for a fresh finish!