Easy Taco Doritos Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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15 millilitres olive oil
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450 grams lean ground beef
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0.5 medium onion, finely chopped
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8 grams chili powder
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2 grams garlic powder
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2 grams ground cumin
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2 cups (approximately 100 grams) Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed
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400 grams black beans, drained and rinsed
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340 grams canned corn, drained
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440 grams salsa (use preferred variety)
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200 grams shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
→ Optional Garnishes
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Diced tomatoes
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
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Sliced scallions
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Sliced avocado
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Sliced black olives
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Sour cream
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Shredded lettuce
# Instructions:
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Set oven to 175°C and position rack in the center.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spoon.
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Incorporate chopped onion, chili powder, garlic powder, and ground cumin into the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Spread crushed Doritos in an even layer at the base of a 33x23 cm casserole dish.
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Remove excess fat from the cooked beef mixture if necessary. Add black beans, corn, salsa, and half of the shredded cheese to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook until cheese is melted and mixture is heated through.
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Evenly distribute the beef and bean mixture over the layer of crushed Doritos in the casserole dish.
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Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the surface. Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
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While casserole bakes, prepare desired garnishes such as tomatoes, cilantro, scallions, avocado, black olives, sour cream, and shredded lettuce.
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Portion casserole and serve hot, topped with selected garnishes.
# Notes:
01 -
Use freshly shredded cheese for optimal melting and texture.
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For a spicier flavor, select hot salsa or add finely diced jalapeño to the beef mixture.