Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole

Name: Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20); 1 yellow onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought packet or homemade); 2 cans canned refried beans; 2 cups jarred salsa (mild, medium, or hot); 6 flour tortillas (8-inch); 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese; 1 can canned diced green chiles, drained; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/2 tsp salt; 4 scallions, thinly sliced

Layers of flour tortillas, seasoned ground beef, refried beans, salsa, and melted cheese baked into a hearty, scoopable casserole. All the bold Tex-Mex flavors of a burrito with none of the rolling.

55 minEasyServes 6550 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20)
1 yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought packet or homemade)
2 cans canned refried beans
2 cups jarred salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
6 flour tortillas (8-inch)
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 can canned diced green chiles, drained
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 tsp salt
4 scallions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20) and 1 diced yellow onion together, breaking up the meat, until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook 1 minute. Drain excess fat. Check that the internal temperature of the beef reaches 160°F (71°C). Stir in 2 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought packet or homemade) and 1 can drained canned diced green chiles. Season with 1/2 tsp salt.
3

In the prepared baking dish, spread a thin layer of 2 cups jarred salsa (mild, medium, or hot) on the bottom. Lay 2 flour tortillas (8-inch) over the salsa, tearing them to cover the base.
4

Spread half the 2 cans canned refried beans over the tortillas, followed by half the beef mixture, half the remaining salsa, and one-third of the 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese.
5

Repeat: layer 2 more tortillas, the remaining refried beans, the remaining beef, the remaining salsa, and another third of the cheese. Top with the final 2 tortillas and the remaining cheese.
6

Cover tightly with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 to 15 minutes more until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
7

Let stand 5 minutes, then top with 1/2 cup sour cream and 4 thinly sliced scallions. Slice into portions and serve.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole need?

For Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole, the oven is set to 375 F (about 190 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 20 minutes, in step 6. The target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

How do I know when Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned. A reading of 160 F on a thermometer settles it.

Is there a substitute for sour cream in Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole?

The entry for Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole calls for 1/2 cup sour cream. In its place: Full-fat plain Greek yogurt, measure for measure. In hot sauces, add it off the heat.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole?

Yes. Choose turkey that is not extra-lean and add a tablespoon of oil to the pan, because turkey has less fat and browns more slowly. Season it a little harder than you would beef. As written, the entry for Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole uses 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20).

Is Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Beef and Bean Burrito Casserole comes from 1 can canned diced green chiles, drained. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the green chiles, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

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