Mexican White Trash Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)
Hearty layers of chips, beef, beans, and cheese, finished with classic Mexican toppings.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 bag (9–10 ounces) tortilla chips, lightly crushed
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1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
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1 packet (about 1 ounce) taco seasoning
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1 cup salsa
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1 can (15 ounces) refried beans
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2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
→ Toppings
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Sour cream, to taste
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Guacamole, to taste
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Diced fresh tomatoes, to taste
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Sliced black olives, to taste
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Chopped green onions, to taste
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Fresh cilantro leaves, to taste
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with nonstick cooking spray or butter.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, breaking up with a spoon. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and salsa. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
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Spread half the crushed tortilla chips evenly in the prepared baking dish. Spoon the refried beans over the chips. Top with half of the seasoned beef mixture.
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Sprinkle one cup of shredded Mexican blend cheese over the beef. Arrange the remaining tortilla chips as a layer, then add the rest of the beef mixture and cheese.
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Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes. Top with sour cream, guacamole, diced tomatoes, sliced olives, green onions, and cilantro. Serve warm.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For extra crispiness, assemble just before baking. For added heat, use spicy salsa or mix in chili flakes with the beef.