Recipe For Creamy Burrito Casserole
Are you in the mood for a delicious, creamy, and filling meal that is easy to make and perfect for dinner? Look no further than this recipe for creamy burrito casserole! This dish is perfect for those who love Mexican cuisine and want to enjoy it in a comforting casserole form.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 8 flour tortillas (10 inches), cut into 1-inch strips
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, sour cream, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef (or turkey) over medium heat until it's no longer pink. Drain the excess grease.
- Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce, and taco seasoning to the skillet. Stir everything together and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the cream cheese and sour cream until they are well combined.
- Spread half of the tortilla strips in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish, pressing them down lightly. Layer half of the meat mixture over the tortilla strips.
- Add spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the meat, and then sprinkle half of each type of cheese over the top.
- Repeat layers, using the remaining tortilla strips, meat mixture, cream cheese mixture, and cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with foil.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Top with sliced green onions, sour cream, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro if desired.
This delicious and flavorful dish is perfect for any occasion, from a family dinner to a potluck with friends. It's easy to make and can be customized to your tastes with different toppings or additions. Enjoy!