Burrito Casserole
- Ready In:
- 38mins
- Ingredients:
- 8
- Serves:
-
6-8
ingredients
- 8 small fajita-size flour tortillas
- 2 cups refried beans
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1⁄2 small red onion, diced
- 1 1⁄2 lbs ground beef
- 1 1⁄2 cups salsa (medium for a spicier taste)
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Optional
- 1 minced fresh jalapeno pepper
- 1 1⁄2 cups cheddar cheese
directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut 5 of the flour tortillas into strips, about 1/2 inches in width and set aside.
- Line the bottom of a 9 by 13 casserole dish with the remaining flour tortillas.
- Spread an even layer of refried beans over the tortillas.
- In a large skillet heat the canola oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and beef to the pan and sauté for about 5 minutes; breaking up the meat with a spoon, until it is no longer pink. Pour off and discard any excess liquid, stir in the salsa.
- Spread meat mixture over the refried beans, sprinkle on optional jalapeno peppers.
- Top with tortilla strips and sprinkle on cheddar cheese.
- Bake in preheated 350 degree oven until cheese has melted, about 10 minutes.
- Serve with sour cream, chopped tomatoes, and chopped avocado on the side.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
looneytunesfan
United States