Tostada Bake

Elevate your taco night with this irresistible Tostada Bake, a mouthwatering fusion of classic Mexican flavors and hearty comfort food. Perfectly spiced ground beef, creamy refried beans, and zesty salsa are layered between soft flour tortillas and topped with melty cheddar cheese to create a casserole-style dish that’s as satisfying as it is easy to make. With just 15 minutes of prep and a bake time of 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Finished with fresh green onions, juicy diced tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream, each slice delivers bold, customizable flavor in every bite. Serve it straight from the oven and pair with a crisp side salad or tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing meal! Keywords: Tostada Bake recipe, Mexican casserole, easy weeknight dinner, layered tortilla bake.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 2 tbsp Taco seasoning
• 1 can (16 oz) Refried beans
• 1 cup Salsa
• 6 medium (6-inch) Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 Green onions, sliced
• 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 as needed Oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with oil spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend. Set aside.

Step 4

In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, heat the refried beans until warm and spreadable. Stir in the salsa to combine.

Step 5

Layer the bottom of the prepared baking dish with 2 flour tortillas, slightly overlapping them if needed to cover the base.

Step 6

Spread 1/3 of the bean mixture over the tortillas, followed by 1/3 of the seasoned ground beef. Sprinkle 1/3 of the shredded cheese on top.

Step 7

Repeat this process two more times, creating three total layers of tortillas, beans, beef, and cheese.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and slightly golden.

Step 10

Allow the tostada bake to cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Garnish with sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream on each serving.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1967.6 grams (1967.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3260

Total Fat 200.20g	257%
Saturated Fat 107.10g	536%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.40g
Cholesterol 619mg	206%
Sodium 8342mg	363%
Total Carbohydrate 215.80g	78%
Dietary Fiber 31.50g	113%
Total Sugars 27.00g
Protein 180.70g	361%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 2397mg	184%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 3968mg	84%

*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: 53.2%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 25.5%