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:
- Preheat:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the Beef:
- 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.
- 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:
- Layer the tortillas:
- Place 4-5 tortillas in the bottom of the greased baking dish, covering the base.
- Add beef mixture:
- Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese on top.
- Repeat layers:
- Add another layer of tortillas, followed by the remaining beef mixture, and 1/2 cup of cheese.
- Final layer:
- Top the casserole with one more layer of tortillas and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
4. Bake:
- 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:
- Garnish:
- Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- 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! 🌽🌶️🥩