Burrito Casserole

Growing up in a very busy house meant that we usually needed numerous "go to" meals that were quick, filling and yummy! Inexpensive was always a good thing too! I think it was my mom who came up with this creation.  I'm sure there are many variations out there, but this is how we built our family's favorite...

Burrito Casserole

1 lb ground beef, brown and drain

1 medium onion, diced, cook with beef

1 can refried beans

1 can Rotel (or jar salsa)

1 lb grated mild cheddar cheese

1 taco seasoning 

1 tsp cumin

8 flour tortillas

After beef is brown and drained, add taco seasoning and cumin. Stir until coated. Mix in can of refried beans and set aside.

Using a round casserole dish, layer ingredients in this order: Tortilla, meat/beans, Rotel, cheese. Repeat as many layers as you can until you are level with lip of casserole dish. Add one additional tortilla and cheese for top layer. 

Bake at 350 until cheese is melted.  Approximately 20 minutes. 

Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream. 

If you prefer chicken, you can use cooked chicken breast, corn tortillas and a green salsa. Both variations are delicious and will be the best quickie you've ever had!

Enjoy!