Walking taco casserole

🌮 Walking Taco Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

• 1 packet taco seasoning

• 1/2 cup water

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained

• 1 cup frozen corn (or canned/drained)

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 4 cups Fritos (or any corn chips)

• Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, green onions, salsa

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Cook the Beef:

   • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink.

   • Drain any excess grease.

   • Add taco seasoning and water; stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes.

3. Mix the Filling:

   • Stir in black beans, Rotel, and corn.

   • Cook for another 2–3 minutes until heated through.

4. Assemble the Casserole:

   • In a 9×13 baking dish, layer half the Fritos on the bottom.

   • Pour the meat mixture over the chips.

   • Sprinkle cheese evenly over the top.

5. Bake:

   • Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Finish with Toppings:

   • Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining Fritos.

   • Add any fresh toppings you like — lettuce, tomato, sour cream, etc.