Beef Quesadillas Casserole — Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a Beef Quesadilla Casserole that you can try at home:
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet taco seasoning or your own blend (cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper)
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained or 1 1/2 cups of frozen corn
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
1/2 cup beef broth or water
6 large flour tortillas
3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese
Olive oil or cooking spray
Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro, green onions, or jalapeños
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the beef, and sauté until the onions are translucent.
Stir in the taco seasoning, then add the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with chilies. Mix well. Pour in the beef broth or water to help combine all the flavors. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Layer the Casserole:
Place 2 tortillas at the bottom of the baking dish, cutting them if necessary to fit.
Spread 1/3 of the beef mixture over the tortillas.
Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese over the beef.
Repeat these layers two more times, ending with cheese on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Let the casserole sit for about 5-10 minutes before cutting. This helps it set. Serve with your choice of toppings like sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or fresh cilantro.
Tips:
Feel free to add in other ingredients like sliced olives, bell peppers, or jalapeños in the layers for more flavor or heat.
You can mix cheeses like cheddar with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for different flavor profiles.
You can assemble this Beef Quesadillas Casserole a day ahead of time and keep it refrigerated. Just increase the covered baking time if you’re putting it in the oven cold.
