Delicious Mexican Casserole Recipe

Name: Delicious Mexican Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 1 pound fusilli pasta; 1 medium yellow onion; Mozzarella Cheese; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 2 cloves garlic; 1 (15-ounce) can black beans; 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup sliced olives; 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies; Habanero Pepper; 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 ripe avocado; sour cream, for serving; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Short on time but craving a flavorful Mexican feast? This easy casserole is a lifesaver! Made with simple ingredients you likely already have, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser—perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. Hearty enough for the adults and kid-approved deliciousness, this casserole is a true winner! Get ready for rave reviews and empty serving dishes!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 732.5 kcal

Protein 82g

Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Delicious Mexican Casserole

1 pound ground beef
1 pound fusilli pasta
1 medium yellow onion
Mozzarella Cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cloves garlic
1 (15-ounce) can black beans
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced olives
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies
Habanero Pepper
2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 ripe avocado
sour cream, for serving
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

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How to Make Delicious Mexican Casserole

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Dice 1 medium onion.
Finely chop 2 cloves of garlic.
Cook 1 pound of pasta according to package directions, but reduce cooking time by 5 minutes.
Drain and rinse 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans in a colander.
Dice 1 ripe avocado.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Sauté diced onions until softened and slightly yellow, about 5 minutes.
Add 1 pound of ground beef, 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped), and garlic to the skillet.
Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Continue stirring until beef is browned.
Add 1 (4-ounce) can of diced green chilis (undrained) and black beans. Stir to combine.
Drain 1 (28-ounce) can of crushed tomatoes and add the juice to the skillet.
Mix everything thoroughly.
Pour the mixture into a 9x11 inch baking dish.
Layer with 1/2 cup sliced olives.
Sprinkle evenly with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
Bake for 30 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until bubbly and cheese is melted and slightly browned.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Serve with diced avocado and sour cream.