This Tortilla Casserole is a comforting, family-friendly meal that combines tender ground beef with a rich tomato sauce, creamy ricotta mixture, and gooey Monterey Jack cheese. Layers of soft corn tortillas absorb the savory juices, creating a dish that&# 226;ÂÂs both hearty and satisfying. ItâÂÂs perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a warm, homemade feel without requiring complicated techniques. Serve it straight from the oven for a cozy dinner that everyone will love.
Tortilla Casserole
Description
This Tortilla Casserole is a comforting, family-friendly meal that combines tender ground beef with a rich tomato sauce, creamy ricotta mixture, and gooey Monterey Jack cheese. Layers of soft corn tortillas absorb the savory juices, creating a dish that&# 226;ÂÂs both hearty and satisfying. ItâÂÂs perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a warm, homemade feel without requiring complicated techniques. Serve it straight from the oven for a cozy dinner that everyone will love.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain any excess fat thoroughly.
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Stir in the spaghetti sauce, lemon pepper, and finely chopped drained green chiles; simmer for 10 minutes.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese and eggs until smooth and well combined.
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Spread 1/2 cup of the meat sauce mixture evenly on the bottom of each of two 9-inch pie plates or similar ovenproof dishes.
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Place one corn tortilla on top of the sauce in each dish.
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Spread 1/8 of the ricotta-egg mixture evenly over each tortilla.
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Top with 1/3 cup of the meat sauce mixture, 1/3 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and a sprinkle of sliced black olives.
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Repeat the layering process two more times, ending with a final layer of meat sauce and Monterey Jack cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
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Let the casseroles rest for 5 minutes before slicing into wedges and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 233.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14.8g23%
- Saturated Fat 4.1g21%
- Cholesterol 90.8mg31%
- Sodium 74.9mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 23.8g48%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Use ground round or ground sirloin for leaner results; if using a fattier meat, drain the grease very thoroughly to prevent a greasy casserole.
Choose your preferred brand of canned spaghetti sauce, approximately a 30-ounce jar, for the meat mixture.
For easier layering, you can warm the corn tortillas slightly to make them more pliable and less likely to break.
This dish can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat slices in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
