Cheesy Beef Tortilla Bake Layers of Comfort

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

This Cheesy Beef Tortilla Bake is a delicious and satisfying easy dinner recipe. Layers of tortillas, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese create a comforting dish that the whole family will love.

With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this ground beef recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a hearty meal on the table quickly.

Easy Cheesy Beef Tortilla Bake

This cheesy bake features layers of tortilla wraps, ground beef sautéed with onions and spices, and a generous amount of cheese, all baked until bubbly and golden. This recipe takes about 45 minutes to prepare and cook, serving 6 people.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
6-8 flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream for serving (optional)
Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
Add Beans and Tomatoes: Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes to combine flavors.
Layer the Bake: In a greased baking dish, add a layer of tortillas on the bottom. Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle with cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with a top layer of tortillas and remaining cheese.

Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Serve: Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve with sour cream and garnish with green onions or cilantro, if desired.