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Southwest Ground Beef Casserole: A Flavorful Family Dish


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  • Author: Alfredo
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful and hearty casserole featuring ground beef, black beans, corn, and topped with cheese and tortilla chips.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup crushed tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice with the beef and vegetable mixture. Stir until well combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, followed by the crushed tortilla chips.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.
  • You can substitute quinoa for rice for a healthier grain option.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg