Loaded Taco Beef Casserole

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Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix 1 ounce
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 cups crushed tortilla chips divided
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (optional)

How To Make Loaded Taco Beef Casserole

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
3. Stir in taco seasoning and salsa. Simmer 2-3 minutes until thickened.
4. In a bowl, mix together cooked beef, black beans, and corn.
5. Spread 1 cup crushed tortilla chips in a greased 9×13 baking dish. Top with beef mixture.
6. Sprinkle 1 cup cheddar cheese over top.
7. Add remaining 1 cup tortilla chips, pressing lightly into cheese.
8. Top with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese.
9. Bake 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
10. Remove from oven and top with olives, green onions and cilantro (if using).
11. Let sit 5 minutes before serving.