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Taco Casserole

Cultural Context

Taco casserole is a popular American dish that combines the flavors of traditional tacos in a convenient baked format. It is often served at family gatherings, potlucks, and casual dinners, reflecting the influence of Mexican cuisine on American cooking. This dish is appreciated for its ease of preparation and the ability to customize ingredients based on personal preferences.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground turkey
1 cup sweet onions, diced
1 cup medium salsa
1 can sweet corn, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup crushed tortilla chips
3/4 cup cheddar cheese
1/4 cup green onion, chopped

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese offers fewer calories, while processed cheese can be more budget-friendly.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2

In a skillet on medium-high heat, add 1 pound of ground turkey and chop it up as it cooks.

3

Add 1 cup of diced sweet onions to the skillet and cook until the turkey is browned.

4

Stir in 1 cup of medium salsa and 1 can of drained sweet corn, mixing well.

5

Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of sour cream to the mixture and combine everything together.

6

Grease a 9x13 baking dish and pour the mixture into it.

7

Crush tortilla chips in a Ziploc bag and add about 3/4 of the crushed chips to the mixture, mixing it in slightly.

8

Sprinkle 3/4 cup of cheddar cheese on top of the mixture in the baking dish.

9

Add the remaining crushed tortilla chips on top for crunch.

10

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes.

11

After 10-15 minutes, sprinkle additional cheese (cheddar jack) and 1/4 cup of chopped green onion on top.

12

Bake for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

13

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

browninglayeringbaking

Equipment Needed

skillet9x13 baking dishZiploc bag

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Taco BakeTaco Pie

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