Taco Bake

Wow everyone with this easy, cheesy taco bake! Savory layers of flour tortillas, seasoned ground beef, and cheddar cheese are full of flavor and waiting to be topped with your favorite taco additions.

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Mix up your taco Tuesdays with this cheesy taco bake! Delicious layers of soft flour tortillas, seasoned ground beef, and lots of melted cheese make this a delightful dish everyone will love! Then, top it off with your favorite taco toppings for a simple and oh-so-satisfying meal!

Taco Bake Ingredients

You’ll need:

• 1½ lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 pkg taco seasoning mix or homemade taco seasoning
• 1 (10-oz) can Rotel, not drained
• 1 (2.25-oz) can sliced black olives
• 1 (15-oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 4 taco-size flour tortillas
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, divided

Substitutions and Additions 

MEAT: You can swap ground beef for ground pork or ground chicken. 

TORTILLAS: You can substitute corn tortillas for flour ones, or if you’re looking to reduce the carbs in this dish, remove the tortillas. 

MIX-INS: You can add so many delicious things to this easy taco bake, like peppers, beans, or chilis. 

TOPPINGS: Top this taco bake like you would any other taco! We like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and guacamole. 

CHEESE: You can swap out cheddar cheese for a different kind, like Monterey Jack or pepper jack, or combine different types of cheese for even more flavor. 

How to Make This Taco Bake Recipe 

PRO TIP: Preheat your oven to 350°F before you start preparing for seamless cooking. 

STEP ONE: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and onions until the meat is browned and the onions are tender.

STEP TWO: Stir in the package of taco seasoning and the amount of water indicated on the package directions, then cook for 8 to 10 minutes.

STEP THREE: Add the Rotel, olives, and corn.

STEP FOUR: Spray the bottom of a 9 by 13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Place tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish.

STEP FIVE: Evenly spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas.

STEP SIX: Sprinkle one cup of cheddar cheese over the meat layer, then place another layer of tortillas over the cheddar cheese.

PRO TIP: If possible, shred the cheese yourself. Pre-shredded cheese won’t melt as well in the oven. 

STEP SEVEN: Spread the rest of the taco meat mixture on the tortillas, then sprinkle the last cup of cheese on top.

STEP EIGHT: Bake in the oven at 350°F for 20 minutes or until bubbly.

How To Serve

Top this cheesy taco bake with sour cream, guacamole, shredded lettuce, sliced jalapenos, or your favorite taco toppings! This cheesy taco bake is satisfying enough, but you can add more to your taco Tuesdays by serving it alongside Mexican corn salad or Spanish rice.

Storage 

IN THE FRIDGE: Place leftovers in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to three days. 

IN THE FREEZER: Once fully cooled, place the leftovers in a freezer-safe container. This easy taco bake will keep in the freezer for up to three months. 

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: From frozen, allow the taco bake to thaw in the fridge overnight, then reheat it in the oven at 350°F until it’s warmed through again. Or, microwave it for 2-3 minutes in individual servings until heated.

This cheesy taco bake will be a delicious twist on taco night! Flour tortillas are topped with perfectly seasoned, savory ground beef, veggies, and lots of cheese for an easy weeknight dish the whole family will love.

FAQ:

Question: Can I make taco meat ahead of time?

Answer: You can make taco meat days before making this taco bake or use frozen meat that was previously cooked.

Question: Can I make this taco bake ahead of time?

Answer: Yes! This dish can be assembled the day before and baked before serving. If you’re using a glass dish, don’t put it directly in the hot oven from the fridge or it could crack.

Question: What do I put on top of this taco bake?

Answer: You can top this cheesy taco bake in any way you like. We like having ours with diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, and a squeeze of fresh lime.

Taco Bake

Wow everyone with this easy, cheesy taco bake! Savory layers of flour tortillas, seasoned ground beef, and cheddar cheese are full of flavor and waiting to be topped with your favorite taco additions.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Ingredients

  

• 1½ pounds ground beef
• 1 chopped onion
• 1 package taco seasoning mix
• 10 ounces Rotel not drained
• 2.25 ounces sliced black olives
• 15 ounces corn drained
• 4 taco-size flour tortillas
• 2 cups cheddar cheese divided

Instructions

 

• Place the ground beef in a skillet along with the onions and cook until the beef is browned and the onions are tender.
• Stir in the package of taco seasoning along with the amount of water indicated on the package directions. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes.
• Add the Rotel, olives, and corn.
• Spray the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish with nonstick spray. Place tortillas on the bottom of the dish. Spread half of the meat mixture evenly over the tortillas.
• Sprinkle one cup of cheese over the meat layer. Then, add another layer of tortillas on top of the cheese.
• Add the rest of the meat on top of the tortillas and the last cup of cheese on top of the meat.
• Bake at 350°F until bubbly, about 20 minutes.
• Serve with sour cream and other taco toppings as desired

Notes

• For an even quicker cooking time, ground beef can be cooked ahead of time. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to a month.
• You can assemble this the day before and then bake it before serving.

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