quesadilla casserole

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Enville, TN
Updated on May 29, 2014

I make this ahead and freeze. On the day I want to serve this, I simply thaw the meat mixture, layer in tortillas, top with cheese, and bake! I serve this with Mexican Rice

prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano, dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 16 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1 can beans (any variety)
  • 1 can whole kernel corn
  • 1 can (4.5 oz) green chilies
  • 2-3 large tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (of your choice)

How To Make quesadilla casserole

  • Step 1
    Cook together ground beef and chopped onion.
  • Step 2
    In a large mixing bowl, mix together the meat mixture and all of the ingredients, except tortillas and cheese.
  • Step 3
    FOR FREEZER VERSION: Place this mixture in a freezer-safe zip top bag or container. Thaw on day of serving.
  • Step 4
    Layer tortillas, meat, cheese and repeat, ending with cheese. Bake at 400 until bubbly and cheese is melted and golden brown.

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Category: Beef
Culture: Mexican
Ingredient: Beef
Method: Bake

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