Ruby S Surprise By Kathy Stovall Recipe

This crowd-pleasing casserole, adapted from the Texas Longhorn Cookbook, is easy to make, freezes beautifully, and travels well – perfect for potlucks or game day! A savory blend of seasoned ground beef, beans, Rotel, and melty cheese baked to perfection. Not overly spicy, it's a delicious comfort food the whole family will love.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 327 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 4.6 (8 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Ruby S Surprise By Kathy Stovall

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How to Make Ruby S Surprise By Kathy Stovall

  1. Brown 2 lbs of ground beef with 1 medium chopped onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning and 1 tablespoon chili powder. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer the following ingredients: ground beef mixture, 1 (15 ounce) can of undrained ranch style beans, 6-8 quartered tortillas, 1 (10 ounce) can of undrained Rotel, 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 (10.75 ounce) can of condensed cream of mushroom soup.
  5. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

38g

Carbs

4g