Easy Layered Taco Bake

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes

Intensity:

• Difficulty Level: Easy

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup salsa
• Optional toppings: chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, chopped green onions, sliced jalapeños

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook Ground Beef:
   • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
   • Add the taco seasoning mix and water to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook according to the seasoning packet instructions, usually about 5 minutes.
   • Stir in the black beans and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cook until heated through.
3. Assemble Taco Bake:
   • In a 9×13-inch baking dish, start with a layer of a flour tortilla. You may need to cut the tortillas to fit the dish.
   • Spread a third of the beef mixture over the tortilla, then sprinkle with 1/2 cup of cheese.
   • Repeat the layers two more times, ending with the final flour tortilla on top.
4. Bake:
   • Spread the sour cream evenly over the top tortilla, then sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Cut into squares and serve with salsa and your favorite optional toppings.

Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 8 servings):

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 24g
• Fat: 25g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 850mg

Enjoy your delicious and easy Layered Taco Bake!