Burrito Casserole

Certainly! A burrito casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings all the flavors of a burrito in a convenient casserole form. Here’s a simple recipe to try:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup enchilada sauce
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: sliced avocado, sour cream, salsa

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned. Add the chopped onion and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
3. Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
4. In a large bowl, mix the cooked rice with the enchilada sauce.
5. Spread half of the rice mixture in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
6. Layer half of the meat and vegetable mixture over the rice, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on top.
7. Repeat the layers with the remaining rice, meat mixture, and cheese.
8. Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
11. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and any optional toppings of your choice, such as sliced avocado, sour cream, or salsa.

This burrito casserole is a satisfying and flavorful dish that can be easily customized with your favorite burrito ingredients. Enjoy!