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🥩 Beef Cobre Valley Casserole Recipe 🍲

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This Beef Cobre Valley Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish inspired by Southwestern cuisine, combining seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and cheese in a layered casserole. It’s perfect for a comforting dinner and is great for feeding a crowd!

📋 Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef 🥩
  • 1 small onion, diced 🧅
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed 🫘
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained 🌽
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles 🌶️
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce (red or green) 🌿
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder 🌶️
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin 🌿
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt 🧂
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 🌶️
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese 🧀
  • 10 small flour or corn tortillas 🌮
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) 🌿
  • Sour cream and salsa (optional, for serving) 🥣

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

  1. Preheat:
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook the Beef:

  1. Brown the beef:
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the diced onion and garlic until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  1. Add spices and vegetables:
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and enchilada sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Assemble the Casserole:

  1. Layer the tortillas:
  • Place 4-5 tortillas in the bottom of the greased baking dish, covering the base.
  1. Add beef mixture:
  • Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese on top.
  1. Repeat layers:
  • Add another layer of tortillas, followed by the remaining beef mixture, and 1/2 cup of cheese.
  1. Final layer:
  • Top the casserole with one more layer of tortillas and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.

4. Bake:

  1. Bake the casserole:
  • Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

5. Garnish and Serve:

  1. Garnish:
  • Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
  1. Serve:
  • Serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole on the side for added flavor.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 40 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 1 hour
🍽️ Servings: 6-8 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 450-500 kcal per serving

This Beef Cobre Valley Casserole is a savory, cheesy, and satisfying meal with Southwestern flavors. The layers of beef, beans, and tortillas make it a delicious dinner for the whole family! 🌽🌶️🥩