Description
This Easy Layered Taco Bake is a delicious and simple dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Layered tortillas, savory seasoned ground beef mixed with salsa con queso, and melted Mexican cheese create a flavorful and comforting meal the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 3/4 cup water (or as directed on taco seasoning packet)
- 1/2 cup salsa con queso
Layers
- 3 (8-inch) flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown and crumble 1 pound of ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease from the pan.
- Add Seasoning: Stir in 1 packet of taco seasoning along with 3/4 cup water, following the instructions on the seasoning packet. Cook until the mixture thickens and the beef is well coated.
- Mix in Salsa Con Queso: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of salsa con queso until fully combined with the meat mixture.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly spray an 8-inch round baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Layer Tortillas and Filling: Place one flour tortilla on the bottom of the prepared pan. Spread one-third of the taco meat mixture evenly over the tortilla, then sprinkle one-third of the shredded Mexican cheese on top. Repeat the layering process twice more with remaining tortillas, taco meat, and cheese.
- Bake: Bake the assembled taco bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and edges of the tortillas are slightly golden brown.
- Serve: Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, diced tomatoes, or fresh cilantro for added flavor.
Notes
- If the salsa con queso is too spicy, substitute it with a mild cheese dip for a gentler flavor.
- You can add your favorite taco toppings like sour cream, diced tomatoes, avocado, or jalapeños when serving.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for a gluten-free option, though cooking times might vary slightly.
- Make sure to drain excess grease from the cooked beef to avoid a greasy bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
