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Ortega Taco Casserole Recipe
Sophia smith

Ortega Taco Casserole Recipe

This cheesy Ortega Taco Casserole is a quick and delicious twist on classic tacos. Made with seasoned ground beef, Ortega taco sauce, green chiles, olives, and plenty of melted cheese, it’s layered with tortilla shells and baked until bubbly. A family-friendly dinner that’s ready in under an hour!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup Ortega Thick & Smooth Taco Sauce (Medium)
  • 4 oz Ortega diced green chiles
  • 1 can ripe olives, sliced (2.25 oz)
  • 1 package Ortega Taco Seasoning Mix (Regular)
  • 2 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded
  • `1/4 cup tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/8 cup green onions, sliced
Optional Add-ons for Extra Flavor

  • Crushed tortilla chips for crunch
  • Pepper jack cheese for a spicier kick
  • Sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for serving

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

Cooking this casserole is super simple, and with just a few basic tools, you'll have everything you need:
  1. Large Skillet: To brown the beef and prepare the meat sauce.
  2. Mixing Spoon: For stirring in seasoning, sauces, and veggies.
  3. 12×8-inch Baking Dish: The perfect size for layering your casserole.
  4. Cheese Grater: In case you're shredding fresh cheese.
  5. Oven Mitts: For safely handling the hot dish when it's ready.
With these tools on hand, you'll breeze through the cooking process and have a cheesy, golden taco casserole on the table in no time.