Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Diet: Gluten-Free Option (use gluten-free tortillas)
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 can Ro*Tel diced tomatoes with chiles, drained
- 1 can Nacho Cheese Soup
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 12 8-inch soft tortillas (gluten-free if needed)
- Guacamole, cilantro, additional sour cream for topping (optional)
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×9 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s fully browned. Crumble the beef as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained Ro*Tel tomatoes, nacho cheese soup, and 1/4 cup sour cream. Mix well.
- Add the cooked beef to the tomato and cheese mixture. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Lay 3 tortillas in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread 1/3 of the beef mixture over the tortillas.
- Repeat the layers twice more, ending with a final layer of tortillas on top.
- Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top layer of tortillas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the dish is hot and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, guacamole, and extra sour cream on top, if desired.
Serving Suggestion
This hearty Beef and Cheese Tortilla Bake is perfect for a family dinner or a casual gathering. Serve it with a side of rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Note: For a gluten-free version, ensure that the taco seasoning and tortillas are gluten-free.
Enjoy this flavorful and easy-to-make Beef and Cheese Tortilla Bake, a dish that’s sure to become a family favorite.