Taco Grande Recipe

This Taco Grande recipe is a game-changer! A super easy and delicious alternative to traditional tacos, perfect for a weeknight meal. Inspired by Pampered Chef, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal fuss. Get ready for a cheesy, saucy, and incredibly satisfying baked taco experience!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 310.4 kcal
Protein 29g
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Ingredients for Taco Grande

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How to Make Taco Grande

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a deep-dish baker with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Arrange 4 tortillas in the bottom of the baker, slightly overlapping.
  3. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb of ground beef over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, or until no longer pink. Break the beef into small crumbles as it cooks.
  4. Drain off any excess grease.
  5. Add 1 ounce of taco seasoning mix and water as directed on the package. Cook according to package directions.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of salsa.
  7. Evenly spoon the hamburger mixture over the tortillas in the baker.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the hamburger mixture.
  9. Sprinkle half of the chopped green onions over the cheese.
  10. Top with the remaining 4 tortillas, slightly overlapping, and press down gently.
  11. Spread the remaining 1 cup of salsa over the top tortillas.
  12. Sprinkle the remaining cheese and green onions over the salsa.
  13. Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  14. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before cutting into wedges.
  15. Serve immediately with shredded lettuce and sour cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

42g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Taco Grande?

Taco Grande takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Taco Grande?

Taco Grande has approximately 310.4 calories per serving, with about 29 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Taco Grande?

The key ingredients for Taco Grande are Flour Tortillas, Lean Hamburger, Taco Seasoning Mix, Water, Salsa, Colby Monterey Jack Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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