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Taco Bubble-Up Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Description

This Taco Bubble-Up Casserole is a fun and easy twist on classic taco flavors, combining seasoned ground beef, salsa, enchilada sauce, cheese, and biscuits all baked together into a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers, it offers layers of cheesy, savory goodness topped with fresh taco toppings for a customized finish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 ounce envelope taco seasoning
  • 2/3 cup salsa
  • 1 can (10 ounces) Mild Red Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, divided
  • 8 large canned biscuits, cut into 8 pieces each

Toppings

  • Assorted taco toppings such as shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomato
  • Additional salsa
  • Sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet or pan over medium heat, brown 1 pound of lean ground beef thoroughly, breaking it apart. Once fully cooked, drain excess grease to reduce fat content.
  3. Add Seasoning and Sauce: Return the beef to the pan and stir in ⅔ cup of salsa, 1 can (10 ounces) of Mild Red Enchilada Sauce, and 1 ounce envelope of taco seasoning. Mix well to combine all flavors evenly.
  4. Incorporate Cheese and Scallions: Add half (1 cup) of the shredded cheddar cheese and half (¼ cup) of the sliced green onions to the beef mixture, mixing gently to incorporate.
  5. Add Biscuit Pieces: Cut each of the 8 large canned biscuits into 8 pieces and add them to the pan. Gently fold everything together to ensure the biscuit pieces are evenly distributed without breaking them too much.
  6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the entire mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly for consistent cooking.
  7. Bake First Phase: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, allowing the biscuit pieces to cook through and the flavors to meld.
  8. Top with Remaining Cheese: Remove the casserole from the oven carefully and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  9. Bake Final Phase: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, garnish the casserole with the remaining sliced green onions and your favorite taco toppings such as shredded lettuce, diced tomato, salsa, and sour cream. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Using lean ground beef helps reduce grease for a healthier casserole.
  • Feel free to substitute canned biscuits with refrigerated biscuit dough but keep the quantity the same.
  • Customize taco toppings to your preference – add jalapeños, olives, or avocado to suit your taste.
  • This dish can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking; just add extra baking time if baking from cold.
  • Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Find it online: https://yumyy.com/taco-bubble-up-casserole-recipe/