Try this Walking Taco Casserole

 

Walking Taco Casserole

(A fun twist on tacos, baked into a cheesy, crunchy casserole!)

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef

1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ¼ tsp paprika, salt & pepper)

¾ cup water

1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

2 cups crushed nacho cheese or regular tortilla chips

½ cup sour cream

½ cup salsa

1 cup shredded lettuce (for topping)

½ cup diced tomatoes (for topping)

¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain grease.

3. Add taco seasoning and water, stirring until combined. Simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Stir in drained Rotel and black beans (if using). Simmer for another 2 minutes.

5. Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips in the baking dish.

6. Spread the taco beef mixture evenly over the chips.

7. Top with shredded cheese, then the remaining chips.

8. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

9. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.

10. Top with sour cream, salsa, lettuce, tomatoes, and black olives before serving.

Would you like a sugar-free version or any substitutions to fit your preferences?