Very Easy and Tasty Taco Casserole
Here is a terrific and easy casserole perfect for watching football (or b-ball!), or just curling up with a great video or book and some warm comfort food on a cold late-winter day. You can customize this recipe to make it richer or spicier, and top it with your choice of favorite toppings. Have fun!
Ingredients
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1 1/2 pounds ground beef
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2 tablespoons Coyote Taco Seasoning
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1 teaspoon Grizzly Espresso Steak Run (optional)
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1 can (16 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed. (Kidney beans are excellent, as well!)
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1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
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1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained (Or you can substitute 1 cup frozen corn.)
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1/2 medium onion, chopped into small pieces
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1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (Can substitute 1/2 green bell pepper for milder taste)
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1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
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1 cup coarsely crushed tortilla chips
Directions
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Brown meat in large skillet on medium-high heat. Sprinkle with Grizzly Espresso Steak Rub while cooking (optional)
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Drain fat
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Stir in Coyote Taco Seasoning, beans, onion, peppers, tomato sauce and corn. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 to 10 minutes
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Spoon into 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and tortilla chips.
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Bake 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with your choices of sour cream, salsa, pico de gallo, etc. if desired.