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Walking Taco Casserole

A delicious and perfect weeknight meal the whole family will love.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 350  F
Servings: 6
Calories: 630
Description

You can easily prepare this casserole ahead of time with a few simple steps. Make the meat and bean filling (without the toppings) up to 2 days in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

When ready to serve, preheat the oven to 350°F. Transfer the filling to a casserole dish, top with cheese and Fritos, and bake as directed, adding an extra 5-10 minutes to ensure it's warmed through.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground Beef (or Ground Turkey)
  • 1 whole White Onion, diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning ((or 3 tbsp))
  • 1 Scallion, finely diced
  • 1 15 oz can Black Beans (or Pinto Beans)
  • 1 10 oz can Rotel (drained)
  • 1 cup Chunky Salsa
  • 1 Bag Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 Bag Fritos
Instructions
  1. 1
    Heat oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Sauté garlic and onion for 6-8 minutes until soft. Add beef, break into pieces, and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  3. 3
    Preheat oven to 350°F.
  4. 4
    Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in taco seasoning, scallions, and pinto beans. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. 5
    Add Rotel and salsa. Simmer for 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. 6
    Transfer mixture to a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Top with cheddar cheese and 2 cups of Fritos chips. Bake for 10 minutes until cheese melts.
  7. 7
    Top with sour cream, pickled jalapenos, scallions, and shredded lettuce. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 6 ServingCalories:630kcalTotal Carbohydrate:42gProtein:29g

Keywords: Casserole, Taco