Ah yes! A Cheesy Tortilla Meat Bake is basically a cozy, layered, Mexican-inspired casserole—perfect for dinner. Here’s a simple and delicious version:
Cheesy Tortilla Meat Bake
Serves: 4–6
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade: chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper)
- 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy, your choice)
- 4–6 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1–2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, chopped cilantro
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the meat:
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until soft.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Add ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and salsa. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Assemble the bake:
- Spread a thin layer of meat mixture in a baking dish (8×8 or similar).
- Cover with a tortilla, then sprinkle a layer of cheese.
- Repeat layers (meat → tortilla → cheese) until ingredients are used, ending with cheese on top.
- Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve:
- Let it rest 5 minutes before slicing.
- Add optional toppings like sour cream, avocado, or fresh cilantro.
💡 Tips:
- You can prep it ahead and refrigerate before baking—just add a few extra minutes to the bake time.
- Swap in black beans or corn for extra texture.
- For a spicier version, use pepper jack cheese or add chopped jalapeños.
If you want, I can also give a one-pan stovetop version that’s quicker and just as cheesy—no oven needed.
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