Delicious Creamy Burrito Casserole with Cheese and Tortilla Layers (Print version)

A creamy, cheesy burrito casserole layered with tortillas, seasoned beef, beans, salsa, and a golden baked top.

# Ingredients:

For the beef filling

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
04 - 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
05 - 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
06 - 1 cup (240 ml) thick salsa
07 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the creamy layers

09 - 1 cup (240 g) sour cream
10 - 1 can (10.5 oz or 298 g) condensed cream of mushroom soup
11 - 1/3 cup (80 ml) milk
12 - 8 medium flour tortillas, about 8 inches each
13 - 3 cups (300 g) shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend, divided

For serving

14 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
15 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
16 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes or sliced jalapeños, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion, then cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat, until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess fat.
03 - Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, salsa, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, condensed cream of mushroom soup, and milk until smooth.
05 - Spread a thin layer of sauce in the baking dish. Add overlapping tortillas, half of the beef filling, more sauce, and 1 cup of cheese. Repeat with another tortilla layer, the remaining beef, more sauce, and 1 cup of cheese. Finish with tortillas, the remaining sauce, and the last cup of cheese.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is melted, the edges bubble, and the top has golden spots.
07 - Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Top with cilantro, tomatoes or jalapeños if using, and serve with lime wedges.

# Good to know:

01 - Let the casserole rest before serving so the layers hold together.
02 - Use thick salsa for the best texture.
03 - Leftovers keep refrigerated for 3-4 days.

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