Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- 1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 2️⃣ Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 3️⃣ Add taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salsa to the beef. Stir well.
- 4️⃣ Layer half the potatoes in the baking dish, followed by half the beef mixture.
- 5️⃣ Sprinkle half the cheese over the beef. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- 6️⃣ Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- 7️⃣ Remove foil, top with extra cheese, and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- 8️⃣ Let it rest for 5 minutes, then serve with sour cream and cilantro.
Notes
Make it Spicy – Add jalapeños or use spicy taco seasoning.
Vegetarian Option – Swap ground beef for black beans or a plant-based alternative.
Make Ahead – Assemble the casserole and refrigerate overnight before baking.
Freezing Instructions – Freeze before baking for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
Vegetarian Option – Swap ground beef for black beans or a plant-based alternative.
Make Ahead – Assemble the casserole and refrigerate overnight before baking.
Freezing Instructions – Freeze before baking for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.