Mexican Tortilla Casserole

Mexican Tortilla Casserole is an easy-to-prepare vegetarian meal that’s perfect for weeknight meals or gatherings with friends.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onions
• 1 package taco seasoning mix
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can refried beans (they spread easier if you microwave them)
• 1 cup prepared rice (I used minute rice )
• 1 can For the Mexican corn mixture (SCURIDO), only about half a can is enough
• 4-5 large flour tortillas
• 8 ounces thick, chunky salsa (your choice, mild or hot)

How to make a Mexican tortilla casserole

Spray a round springform pan or casserole dish with a bowl of cooking spray
Brown ground beef and onions and drain
Add taco seasoning and cook according to package directions
Place 1 tortilla in the bottom of a baking dish and 1/3 of the beans on top Spread out, cover with 1/3 of it. Fry the meat and sprinkle with a little cheese.
2nd layer tortilla, 1/2 rice, 1/2 sauce, 1/2 corn and cheese
3rd layer tortilla, 1/3 beans, 1/3 meat, cheese
4 layer tortilla. Beans, meat, corn, rice, salsa and cheese

Bake covered with foil at 350 for about 40 minutes, uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes.Let rest for 5 minutes before cutting. After baking, top with sour cream, chopped onions and grated lettuce if desired.

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