Frito Pie Casserole is made with layers of seasoned floor beef, salsa, and black beans, topped with crunchy Frito chips, tomatoes, and naturally, cheese!
A FILLING 45-MINUTE CASSEROLE
This taco flavored Frito Pie Casserole is a brilliant easy dish and one that’s simply customizable relying on what your loved ones loves. Only a few substances and it’ll be prepared in solely 45 minutes. All the very best of the taco flavors topped with crunchy Fritos! Should you haven’t tried this combo, I believe you may be pleasantly stunned at how good all of it works collectively! Should you choose this extra with chili then you’ll most likely love my Chili Frito Pie that may simply be remodeled right into a casserole like this one.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
As an alternative of floor beef, strive floor rooster or floor turkey. Both will work simply tremendous.
Not wanting to make use of corn chips? Seize some other chips. Tortilla chips, Ranch or Nacho Cheese Doritos would additionally work.
Sure, you possibly can double this. Relying on the scale of your serving dish, chances are you’ll must divide it into two dishes, or use a big dish for serving.
You may maintain the leftovers within the fridge for as much as to five days, however the Fritos will get mushy the longer they’re within the fridge.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)
- floor beef –
- yellow onion
- packet taco seasoning– seize a packet, or make some Selfmade Taco Seasoning. You’ll want about 3 Tablespoons to interchange the packet.
- salsa – my favourite retailer purchased salsa is Herdez however I typically solely purchase it once I can get it on sale or have a coupon so most occasions it’s simply retailer model however should you can, strive the Herdez!
- black beans– Don’t like black beans? Simply depart them out or strive a unique bean you get pleasure from.
- Rotel with inexperienced chiles – that is additionally non-obligatory. You might discover the salsa is sufficient for you.
- frozen corn – I took an opportunity and added corn to this the final time I made it since I had some corn within the freezer and all of us ended up loving it so it was a pleasant addition and I added it right here.
- Fritos corn chips – simply get the unique Fritos, not the Scoops. These may be a bit too cumbersome. Alternatively, in case you are anxious concerning the corn chips being a bit too crunchy, strive smashing them up a bit earlier than utilizing them on this.
- Mexican shredded cheese – or no matter shredded cheese you’re keen on!
- For topping (use no matter you want right here – these are simply recommendations): sliced or diced cherry tomatoes, sliced jalapenos, bitter cream, guacamole, sliced olives, sliced inexperienced onions
HOW TO MAKE FRITO PIE CASSEROLE:
Preheat the oven to 350° F. To a skillet add the meat and onion. Prepare dinner and crumble over medium warmth till not pink.
Add the water and taco seasoning. Simmer for 3 minutes.
Add the salsa, black beans, Rotel, and corn. Stir till mixed.
To a 9×13-inch baking dish add 3/4 of the bag of Fritos. High the chips with 3/4 of the bag of cheese so the chips are coated.
High the cheese with the meat combination. High the meat combination with the rest of the cheese. Bake for 20 minutes or till the cheese has melted.
High the casserole with the rest of the Fritos, tomatoes, and jalapenos
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For serving (non-obligatory concepts):
- Please consult with my FAQ’s (Often Requested Questions) and ingredient listing above for different substitutions or for the solutions to the commonest questions.
Energy: 702kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 32g | Fats: 41g | Sodium: 1665mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 7g
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