Beef Enchilada Casserole

Beef Enchilada Casserole

I make 2 versions of this. One with beef for my husband and one that subs black beans for myself, the Veggiesaurus.

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef

1 16 oz can pinto beans (optional)

1 pkg taco seasoning mix

6 (6in) corn tortillas

3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

1 medium red onion, chopped

1 can enchilada sauce

2 green onions

.....and if you like heat (like us!) you can add the following

1 can chopped green chilies

1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook beef until browned over medium high heat. Drain add taco seasoning, cumin and cayenne, stirring well.

2. Grease an 8 in round casserole dish. Arrange half of corn tortillas over bottom. Layer with beef, chilies, 2 cups cheese and onion.

3. Arrange remaining tortillas over onion. Pour enchilada sauce over top. Bake until tortillas are soft and juices bubble, about 30-35 minutes.

4. Sprinkle remaining cheese over tortillas. Bake until cheese is bubbly, about 10 minutes. Top with green onions.