Taco Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 pound of lean beef, ground
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Half a medium onion, diced up
→ Seasonings
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp cumin (ground)
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1 tbsp chili powder
→ Casserole Ingredients
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1 (12 oz) can packed corn kernels, liquid drained
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1 (14 oz) can black beans (rinse and drain thoroughly)
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15.5 oz jar of salsa
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2 cups Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed
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2 cups shredded cheddar or a Mexican cheese blend, split in half
→ Optional Toppings
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Lettuce, scallions, avocado, sour cream, tomatoes, olives (black), cilantro
# Instructions:
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Set oven to 350°F and move the rack to the center.
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Heat a skillet on medium-high. Add oil and brown the beef for 5 minutes while crumbling it. Add onions and seasoning, cook another 5 minutes.
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Spread those crushed Doritos in a casserole dish (9x13) to form an even layer.
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Pour off extra grease from beef. Add salsa, beans, corn, and one-half of the shredded cheese. Stir on heat until cheese melts, then spread it all over the Doritos.
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Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Bake it for around 15-20 mins, uncovered, until cheese’s nice and melted (it’ll get bubbly!). Add your favorite toppings before digging in.
# Notes:
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Feeds 6-8, depending on portion size
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You’ll also find this recipe in Salt & Lavender: Everyday Essentials