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Au Gratin Taco Bake Recipe

This cheesy, comforting Au Gratin Taco Bake is a family-friendly twist on classic Mexican flavors! Imagine tender potatoes and seasoned beef smothered in a creamy sauce, topped with melted cheese, all baked to bubbly perfection. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 587.2 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Au Gratin Taco Bake

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cups cubed potatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

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How to Make Au Gratin Taco Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in 2 cups cubed potatoes, 1 packet taco seasoning, 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained, 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup water.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish.
  5. Cover and bake for 65-70 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  6. Sprinkle 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite Mexican cheese blend) over the top.
  7. Bake, uncovered, for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

56 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

73g

Carbs

16g

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