Best 3 Mexican Beef And Bean Casserole Recipes

Mexican beef and bean casserole is a classic dish that combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comfort of a hearty casserole. This crowd-pleasing dish is a perfect weeknight meal or a great way to feed a group. With its layers of seasoned ground beef, tender beans, and a flavorful sauce, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN BEEF AND BEAN CASSEROLE

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Add something spicy to your family's Mexican cuisine night. Enjoy this ground beef casserole packed with pinto beans and salsa - a cheesy meal!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
2 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) pinto beans
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup mild chunky-style salsa
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

Heat the oven to 375°.
Cook the beef in the skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.
Rinse and drain the beans in a strainer. Mix the beef, beans, tomato sauce, salsa and chili powder in the ungreased baking pan.
Cover with lid or aluminum foil and bake 40 to 45 minutes, stirring once or twice, until hot and bubbly. Carefully remove the lid, and sprinkle cheese over the top. Continue baking uncovered about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 14 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1020 mg

MEXICAN LAYERED BEEF AND BEAN CASSEROLE

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This is delicious creamy ground beef, bean and corn mixture layered between crushed tortilla chips and cheddar cheese then topped off with more cheese, tomatoes and green onions, if you like extreme spice then add in some cayenne pepper and use spicy salsa as well as the jalapeno peppers :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Meat

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 -2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
1 -2 tablespoon taco seasoning mix (or to taste, can use chili powder in place of taco seasoning mix I use Kittencal's Taco Seasoning Mix)
salt and black pepper
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 (8 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
2 cups salsa (medium or mild)
6 cups crushed plain tortilla chips
3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (can use more or less cheese if desired) or 3 cups cheddar cheese (can use more or less cheese if desired)
2 plum tomatoes, finely chopped
3 -4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
In a skillet over medium heat brown the ground beef with garlic, onion, green bell pepper and jalapenos (if using) drain fat then add in taco seasoning, salt and black pepper to taste; heat stirring for 1-2 minutes; transfer the mixture into a large mixing bowl.
Add in black beans, corn, sour cream and salsa; mix until well combined.
Spoon 1/3 of the ground beef mixture or enough to cover the bottom of the dish.
Arrange HALF (3 cups) of the crushed tortillas on top of the ground beef mixture, then sprinkle about 1 cup shredded cheese.
Spoon another 1/3 of meat mixture on top of the cheese.
Cover with remaining half (3 cups) of crushed chips then sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheese.
Spread the final layer of meat mixture on top then sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
Top the casserole with green onions and then chopped tomatoes.
Bake at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes.
Let sit for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.

MEXICAN BEEF AND BEAN CASSEROLE

Mexican Beef and Bean Casserole image

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
2 (15-ounce) cans pinto beans, drained
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup mild chunky salsa
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

1. Heat oven to 375°.2. Cook beef in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown drain.3. Mix beef, beans, tomato sauce, salsa and chili powder in ungreased 2-quart casserole.4. Cover and bake 40 to 45 minutes, stirring once or twice, until hot and bubbly. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.1 SERVING: Calories 565 (Calories from Fat 235 Fat 26g (Saturated 12g) Cholesterol 90mg Sodium 1230mg Carbohydrates 54g (Dietary Fiber 15g) Protein 44g.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips

Use lean ground beef to reduce the amount of fat in the casserole.
Add 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the ground beef mixture for extra flavor.
If you don't have any taco seasoning, you can use a mixture of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder.
Use a variety of beans in the casserole, such as black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans.
Add some chopped vegetables to the casserole, such as onions, peppers, and corn.
Top the casserole with shredded cheese and bake until melted and bubbly.
Serve the casserole with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Conclusion

Mexican beef and bean casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great dish to take to potlucks and parties. With its combination of ground beef, beans, and cheese, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who eats it.