Ground Beef Texas Trash Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Casserole

Ground Beef Texas Trash is a hearty, flavorful dish that’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or game day gatherings. The combination of seasoned ground beef, wholesome ingredients, and cheesy goodness makes this casserole a crowd-pleaser. It’s simple to prepare and packed with flavors that everyone will enjoy. Plus, it’s versatile; you can modify the ingredients based on your preferences or what’s available in your pantry.

This casserole is a great way to use ground beef, providing a satisfying meal that doesn’t take hours to prepare. Whether served with a side salad or some crispy bread, Ground Beef Texas Trash is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
• Green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the diced onion to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Stir in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the sour cream until fully combined.
6. In a casserole dish, layer half the beef mixture, then sprinkle half the cheese on top.
7. Add a layer of crushed tortilla chips over the cheese.
8. Repeat the layers with the remaining beef mixture, cheese, and then finish with another layer of crushed tortilla chips.
9. Top the casserole with any remaining cheese, if desired, to create a golden crust.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
11. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped green onions.

Tips for the Perfect Casserole

• Customize the Ingredients: This dish is incredibly versatile. Feel free to add or swap in any of your favorite ingredients. You can include jalapeños for spice, or substitute the black beans for pinto beans if you prefer.
• Make it Ahead: Prepare the casserole in advance and store it in the fridge for a day before baking. This will deepen the flavors and make for an even tastier dish.
• Serving Suggestions: This casserole pairs beautifully with a simple side salad or some avocado slices for extra creaminess.

Storing Leftovers

If you have leftovers, which is likely because this dish serves a crowd, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through. This dish also freezes well; just wrap individual portions tightly and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion

Ground Beef Texas Trash is not just another casserole; it’s a go-to recipe that combines ease of preparation with layers of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Its combination of textures and smile-inducing taste makes it the ultimate comfort food. So the next time you’re in need of a filling meal, give this crowd-pleaser a try!

Ground Beef Texas Trash

A hearty and flavorful casserole packed with seasoned ground beef, cheese, and wholesome ingredients, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef Can use lean or regular ground beef.
• 1 small onion, diced Yellow or white onion works best.
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed Substitute with pinto beans if preferred.
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) For topping.
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
• Green onions, chopped (for garnish) Use for topping before serving.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the diced onion to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Stir in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the sour cream until fully combined.

Assembly

1. In a casserole dish, layer half the beef mixture, then sprinkle half the cheese on top.
2. Add a layer of crushed tortilla chips over the cheese.
3. Repeat the layers with the remaining beef mixture, cheese, and then finish with another layer of crushed tortilla chips.
4. Top the casserole with any remaining cheese to create a golden crust.

Baking

1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
2. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped green onions.

Notes

Customize the ingredients based on your preferences. Make it ahead by preparing a day in advance to deepen flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.