Hearty Cheesy Beef Burrito Bake
Indulge in this Hearty Cheesy Beef Burrito Bake, a delightful fusion of layered flavors and textures that will warm your heart. This casserole features succulent ground beef sautéed with onions and combined with fluffy rice, zesty taco seasoning, and creamy cheese sauce, all nestled between soft flour tortillas. Topped with a flavorful enchilada sauce, fresh cilantro, and a generous amount of cheddar cheese, this dish is sure to please any crowd. Perfect for make-ahead meals, simply prepare it in advance and pop it in the oven when you're ready to enjoy. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream for a delightful finish!
9
Servings
467
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
lean ground beef
2 lbs (browned)
white onion
1 small (chopped)
cooked rice
2 cups (cooked)
condensed cheddar cheese soup or nacho cheese soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can (undiluted)
taco seasoning
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet
burrito-size flour tortillas
12
salsa
1 (16 ounce) jar
black beans
1 (15 ounce) can (drained)
corn
1 (29 ounce) can (drained)
shredded cheddar cheese
4 cups (divided)
enchilada sauce
1 (10 ounce) can
cilantro
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the chopped onion until the beef is fully cooked and the onions are translucent. Drain excess fat and return the mixture back to the skillet off the heat.
3
Stir the cooked rice, undiluted cheddar or nacho cheese soup, and taco seasoning into the beef mixture, combining until evenly mixed.
4
Lightly spray a lasagna or 13" x 9" pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
5
Layer the bottom of the prepared pan with 4 of the flour tortillas, ensuring they overlap slightly.
6
Spread half of the beef and rice mixture over the tortillas, followed by half of the salsa, half of the drained corn, half of the drained black beans, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
7
Repeat the layering process with another 4 tortillas and the remaining half of the beef and rice mixture, salsa, corn, black beans, and cheese.
8
Finish with the last 4 tortillas layered on top. Pour the entire can of enchilada sauce evenly over the tortillas, then sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro on top.
9
Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes. If you like a crispy top, remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of baking.
10
Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy each portion with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Information
27g
Fat
33g
Carbs
27g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Cheesy Beef Burrito Bake?
It is a layered casserole featuring ground beef, onions, rice, cheese sauce, and flour tortillas, topped with enchilada sauce, cilantro, and cheddar cheese.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 9 servings.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How much ground beef is required?
The recipe calls for 2 lbs of lean ground beef.
What type of onion is best for this recipe?
One small white onion, chopped, is recommended for the beef mixture.
Does the rice need to be cooked beforehand?
Yes, you should use 2 cups of already cooked rice.
What kind of cheese soup should I use?
You can use one 10 3/4 ounce can of either condensed cheddar cheese soup or nacho cheese soup.
How much taco seasoning is included?
One 1 1/4 ounce packet of taco seasoning is used to flavor the beef and rice mixture.
How many tortillas are needed for the layers?
A total of 12 burrito-size flour tortillas are required.
What size jar of salsa is required?
You will need one 16 ounce jar of your favorite salsa.
Should the black beans be prepared in any specific way?
The 15 ounce can of black beans should be drained before being added to the layers.
How much corn is added to the casserole?
The recipe uses one 29 ounce can of corn, which must be drained.
How much shredded cheddar cheese is used in total?
The recipe uses 4 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, which is divided throughout the layers and the top.
What is the recommended pan size?
A lasagna pan or a 13" x 9" pan is ideal for this burrito bake.
Should I grease the baking pan?
Yes, lightly spray the pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent the tortillas from sticking.
How is the beef and rice mixture prepared?
Brown the beef and onion, drain the fat, then stir in the cooked rice, undiluted cheese soup, and taco seasoning.
How many layers of tortillas are in the bake?
There are three layers of tortillas, using 4 tortillas per layer.
What ingredients go into the middle layers?
The layers include the beef and rice mixture, salsa, corn, black beans, and shredded cheddar cheese.
How much enchilada sauce is poured on top?
One 10 ounce can of enchilada sauce is poured evenly over the top layer of tortillas.
When is the cilantro added?
Two tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro are sprinkled on top with the final layer of cheese before baking.
How long does the dish need to bake?
It should bake for approximately 25 minutes while covered with aluminum foil.
How can I achieve a crispy top on the casserole?
Remove the aluminum foil for the final 5 minutes of the baking time.
Is this a good recipe for meal planning?
Yes, it is specifically noted as a great make-ahead meal that can be prepared in advance and baked when needed.
What is a suggested serving addition?
Serving each portion with a dollop of sour cream is highly recommended.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are approximately 467 calories per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 27g of protein.
How much fat is in this dish?
The fat content is 27g per serving.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
There are 33g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this dish considered family-friendly?
Yes, it is tagged as a family-friendly, one-dish meal.
What should I do with excess fat from the beef?
You should drain the excess fat after browning the beef and onions before adding the other ingredients.