In the realm of culinary delights where flavors dance upon the palate, one dish that stands tall is the "au gratin taco bake." This delectable casserole marries the vibrant spirit of Mexican cuisine with the comforting warmth of classic French gratin, resulting in a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. As you embark on your culinary journey, we present you with this comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect au gratin taco bake. From choosing the right ingredients to mastering the art of layering and baking, we will guide you through each step, ensuring that your creation is a masterpiece worthy of any occasion. So, prepare to embark on a flavorful adventure as we delve into the art of creating the ultimate au gratin taco bake.
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AU GRATIN TACO BAKE
Make and share this Au Gratin Taco Bake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bmcnichol
Categories Meat
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink and drain.
- Stir in the potatoes and contents of sauce mix, corn, tomatoes, milk, water and taco seasoning.
- Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
- Cover and bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 732.4, Fat 40, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 142.8, Sodium 1892.5, Carbohydrate 57.2, Fiber 5, Sugar 7.2, Protein 43.7
BEEF TACO BAKE
Perfect for buffets, parties or weeknight dinners, this 40-minute casserole features seasoned ground beef, tortilla pieces, picante sauce and lots of Cheddar cheese.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook the beef in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until well browned, stirring often. Pour off any fat.
- Stir the soup, salsa, milk, tortillas and half the cheese in the skillet. Spoon the beef mixture into a 2-quart shallow baking dish. Cover the baking dish.
- Bake at 400 degrees F for 30 minutes or until the beef mixture is hot and bubbling. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Cost per recipe: $8.14
AU GRATIN TACO BAKE
This hearty taco bake recipe relies on a package of au gratin potatoes for simple preparation. Chock-full of beef, potatoes, corn, tomatoes and cheese, this southwestern supper is sure to be a hit in your home. -Linda Muir, Big Lake, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h25m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the potatoes and contents of sauce mix, corn, tomatoes, milk, water and taco seasoning. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish., Cover and bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 1113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
POTATOES RANCHEROS CASSEROLE
Crunchy tortilla chips, taco-flavored cheese and seasoned ground beef bring the flavors of the Southwest to your table.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F.
- Cook beef in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Stir together Potatoes, Sauce Mix, boiling water and milk in ungreased 2-quart casserole. Stir in beef and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
- Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until top is light golden brown. Sprinkle chips over casserole; sprinkle remaining cheese over chips. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 2 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 750 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g
BEEFY TACO BAKE AU GRATIN
Top au gratin potatoes with browned ground beef and taco fixin's to make this family-pleasing weeknight bake.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare Potatoes as directed on package, following Oven Directions and using 13x9-inch baking dish.
- Meanwhile, brown ground beef; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water; simmer 10 min., stirring occasionally.
- Stir Cheese Sauce into potatoes. Top with seasoned meat and remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 1090 mg, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 21 g
TACO BAKE CASSEROLE
This quick and easy taco bake will satisfy even the most picky eaters. You can modify it to add things you love. It's yummy and so easy to make! Top with tomatoes, lettuce, salsa or whatever you like on your Mexican food.
Provided by Cherie Burgett
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 52m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Cook ground beef and onions in a skillet over medium heat until beef is browned, 7 to 10 minutes; drain grease. Stir in water and taco seasoning; cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add refried beans, salsa, olives, and green chiles. Cook and stir over low heat until ingredients are warmed through, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Place half of the taco shells in the bottom of the baking dish. Pour in half of the ground beef mixture; sprinkle with half of the Cheddar cheese. Repeat with remaining taco shells, ground beef mixture, and Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 790.6 mg, Sugar 2 g
AU GRATIN BEEF BAKE
This swift savory supper from Margaret Schroeder of Cudahy, Wisconsin is so full of down-home taste that no one will believe it's so easy. Canned tomato soup and packaged au gratin potatoes are baked with ground beef to create the comforting casserole.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, celery and green pepper until met is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. In a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine beef mixture, potatoes with contents of sauce mix, soup and Worcestershire sauce. Stir in the water and milk. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 45-50 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 858mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
AU GRATIN TACO BAKE
'This hearty hot dish relies on a package of au gratin potatoes for simple preparation,' notes Linda Muir of Big Lake, Minnesota. Chock-full of beef, potatoes, corn, tomatoes and cheese, this southwestern supper is sure to be a hit in your home.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the potatoes and contents of sauce mix, corn, tomatoes, milk, water and taco seasoning. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
- Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 65-70 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 744.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.6 g, Cholesterol 129.8 mg, Fat 42.6 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Sodium 1605.7 mg, Sugar 12.9 g
AU GRATIN TACO BAKE
I received this recipe in an email. I have yet to try it but it looked like something we would like
Provided by 911spatcher
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Directions:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the potatoes and contents of sauce mix, corn, tomatoes, milk, water and taco seasoning. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
- Cover and bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Yield: 4-6 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 587.2, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 113.2, Sodium 1364.7, Carbohydrate 49.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 35.7
POTATO TACO CASSEROLE
Bake potatoes and beef, sprinkled with taco-seasoned cheese and tortilla chips to make delicious casserole dinner for five.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F.
- Cook beef in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.
- Mix uncooked Potatoes, Sauce Mix, boiling water and milk in ungreased 2-quart round casserole. Stir in beef and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
- Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until top is light golden brown. Sprinkle chips over casserole; sprinkle remaining cheese over chips. Bake 3 to 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 2 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg
Tips:
- For a vegetarian version, substitute tofu or tempeh for the ground beef.
- Add a layer of shredded lettuce or chopped cilantro to the top of the casserole before baking for a fresh, crunchy flavor.
- To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it overnight. Then, bake it as directed when you're ready to serve.
- Serve the casserole with your favorite taco toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and shredded cheese.
Conclusion:
This Au Gratin Taco Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover taco meat. With its creamy cheese sauce, crispy tortilla chips, and flavorful taco filling, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this Au Gratin Taco Bake a try!
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