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Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole

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Ingredients

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Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onionchopped

1 lb lean ground beef

1 poblano pepperseeded and chopped; sub with green bell pepper or omit

3 cloves garlic

14 ounces red enchilada sauce

15 ounces black beansrinsed and drained

1 cup cornfresh or frozen

4 6" corn tortillas soft taco sizecut into pieces

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

¼ cup cilantrofreshly chopped

4 ounces grated Colby jack cheese sub with your favorite cheese

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add the ground beef and break up into chunks with a wooden spoon. Cook until the beef is nearly cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add the poblano pepper and garlic and cook 1-2 minutes longer.

Add the enchilada sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and stir in the black beans, corn and corn tortilla pieces. Simmer covered for 3-5 minutes, then stir and cook uncovered for 5 minutes more or until the tortillas have softened to the desired doneness and the sauce has thickened.

Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice. Top with the grated cheese and place the lid back on the skillet until the cheese has melted. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Char Your Poblanos First 🌶️
Char poblano peppers directly over a flame or under the broiler before dicing to remove the skin and unlock deeper, smoky flavors that elevate the entire casserole.
Brown Beef in Batches 🍖
Avoid overcrowding the pan when browning ground beef; work in batches to achieve proper caramelization and develop rich, savory depth rather than steaming the meat.
Toast Tortillas Before Layering 🌯
Lightly toast corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 10-15 seconds per side before adding to the casserole to prevent them from becoming mushy and to add subtle corn flavor.
Bloom Your Enchilada Sauce 🫘
Warm the enchilada sauce separately and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes with the cooked beef before layering to meld flavors and create a more cohesive sauce throughout the dish.
Finish with Fresh Lime and Cilantro 🍋
Add fresh lime juice and cilantro just before serving rather than cooking them in; this preserves their brightness and provides a vibrant contrast to the rich, cheese-laden casserole.