It seems like “Taco Casserole” or “Emily’s Excellent Taco Casserole” might be a specific recipe or dish you’re referring to. Typically, a taco casserole combines all the flavors of tacos into a layered casserole dish, often including ingredients like seasoned ground beef or turkey, beans, cheese, tortillas or taco shells, and sometimes vegetables like peppers or onions. It’s a convenient way to enjoy taco flavors in a baked dish. If you’re looking for a specific recipe or want to know more details about preparing it, let me know!
Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a Taco Casserole that you might enjoy:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6-8 small corn tortillas, cut into quarters
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning mix, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and salsa. Cook for a few minutes until heated through and well combined.
- Layer half of the meat mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Arrange half of the tortilla quarters over the cheese.
- Repeat with the remaining meat mixture, 1 cup of cheese, and remaining tortilla quarters.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until bubbly and cheese is melted and slightly golden on top.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Top with optional toppings as desired.