Eyes of Texas Casserole

Embark on a culinary journey with the Eyes of Texas Casserole, a hearty, flavor-packed dish that celebrates bold Tex-Mex flavors. This easy-to-make casserole layers seasoned ground beef, black beans, and a zesty tomato mixture between soft corn tortillas, topped with a gooey blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Enhanced by fragrant spices like chili powder and cumin, and optionally garnished with fresh cilantro and jalapeño slices for a spicy kick, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Ready in just 45 minutes, this irresistible casserole will delight your taste buds with every cheesy, savory bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 93/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 15 ounce can diced tomatoes
• 8 ounce can tomato sauce
• 15 ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Begin assembling the casserole by layering 4 corn tortillas on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, overlapping as necessary.

Step 6

Spread half of the beef and bean mixture evenly over the tortillas. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Step 7

Add another layer of 4 corn tortillas, followed by the remaining beef and bean mixture. Finish by sprinkling the remaining cheddar cheese and the Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

If desired, scatter jalapeño slices over the cheese layer for extra heat.

Step 9

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, before serving.

Step 11

Slice into portions and enjoy the bold, comforting flavors of Texas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	8193.5 grams (8193.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8628

Total Fat 221.50g	284%
Saturated Fat 107.00g	535%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 663mg	221%
Sodium 4621mg	201%
Total Carbohydrate 1155.80g	420%
Dietary Fiber 397.60g	1420%
Total Sugars 37.00g
Protein 554.60g	1109%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 5052mg	389%
Iron 121mg	672%
Potassium 17554mg	373%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.6%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 52.3%