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Walking Taco Casserole

Walking Taco Casserole: A Fun Family Dinner Delight

Walking Taco Casserole combines seasoned ground beef, hearty beans, and crunchy Fritos for a mess-free taco night experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Use lean options for less fat.
  • 1 small Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Homemade for a personal touch.
  • 1 cup Water Used to dissolve taco seasoning.
  • 1 can Black Beans Can substitute with kidney or pinto beans.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles Omit chiles for milder taste.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
  • 4 cups Fritos Corn Chips Creates a crunchy layer.
  • 2 cups Mexican-Style Shredded Cheese Monterey Jack or cheddar are good substitutes.
For the Toppings
  • 1 bunch Green Onions
  • 1 cup Guacamole A must-have for avocado lovers!
  • 1 cup Salsa Mild or spicy based on preference.
  • 1/2 cup Jalapeños For those who like it spicy!

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 13x9 baking dish
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Walking Taco Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 13x9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and onions for about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and 1 cup of water, bring to a gentle boil and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Mix in black beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and sour cream; heat through for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Layer Fritos at the bottom of the baking dish, followed by half of the beef mixture and then shredded cheese. Repeat layers.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  7. Let cool slightly, then serve with additional Fritos and desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This casserole is great for leftovers and can be customized with your favorite toppings.

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