Beef And Tortilla Bake Recipe

Ingredients for Beef And Tortilla Bake

• Ground Beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 (15-ounce) can enchilada sauce
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• Refried Beans
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk
• Approximately 1 cup whole tortilla chips + 1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips
• Monterey Jack Cheese

How to Make Beef And Tortilla Bake

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add 1.5 lbs ground beef and 1 medium onion (chopped) to the skillet.
4. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until beef is browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes.
5. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
6. Add 1 (15-ounce) can enchilada sauce and 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce to the skillet.
7. Stir well to combine.
8. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
9. Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
10. Spoon the beef mixture into the prepared baking dish.
11. In a small bowl, combine 1 (15-ounce) can of beans (drained and rinsed) and 1/2 cup evaporated milk. Stir well.
12. Spread the bean mixture evenly over the beef mixture in the baking dish.
13. Arrange approximately 1 cup of whole tortilla chips around the edge of the dish.
14. Top the casserole with 1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips.
15. Sprinkle generously with 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
16. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.