Beef Taco Casserole

If you are wondering what to make for dinner or you know you want to make something meaty but you aren’t sure exactly what, then this easy beef taco casserole could be exactly what you have been looking for. It’s easy to make and offers such an incredible flavor.

Along with the ground beef, vegetables, spices, rice, and cheese, you need a can of condensed roasted red pepper and tomato sauce – this ingredient is such a handy shortcut ingredient and it boosts the flavor of this taco casserole so much. You will love it.

Feel free to make this taco casserole as mild or as spicy as you happen to prefer it. Along with the chili powder, you could add some minced fresh chilies or even canned chilies if that’s what you have. You’re going to love all the flavors in this fantastic south of the border casserole.

Why You’ll Love the Recipe:

This super-quick and easy beef taco casserole makes a really tasty dinner. You can adjust the amount of chili powder you add and also throw in some extra veggies to customize it to your palate.

How to Serve It:

Enjoy this taco casserole hot, perhaps paired with a salad and maybe some tortillas.

Can You Make It Ahead?

Yes, you can prepare it in advance and warm it back up later if you want.

Storage Instructions:

Leftovers will keep for up to 4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Variations and Substitutions:

Swap the beef for pork or turkey, or use another type of cheese.

Beef Taco Casserole

This easy beef taco casserole offers some really tasty flavors. It is very simple to prepare and makes a hearty and satisfying dinner.

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Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Course Main

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 3

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 chopped green bell pepper
• 1 chopped red bell pepper
• 1¾ cups water
• 1 can Campbell’s condensed roasted red pepper and tomato soup
• Chili powder to taste
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1½ cups uncooked instant rice
• ½ cup shredded Tex Mex cheese

Instructions

 

• Heat a large skillet over a high heat and then cook the ground beef and bell peppers in there for 8 minutes or until the beef is fully cooked.
  
• Drain off the excess grease and then add the soup, water and seasonings.
• Add the rice and corn, cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
  
• Sprinkle with cheese, cover and take the pot off the heat.
  
• Let it sit for 5 minutes until the cheese has melted and the liquid is absorbed.
  
• Enjoy!
  

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