Ground Beef Taco Casserole

Ingredients:

• Oil

• 1 to 2 pounds of ground beef

• 1 can of tomato green chili (hatch)

• 3 tbsp taco season of choice

• 1 1/2 tbsp Knorr chicken bouillon (adjust to taste)

• 12 corn tortillas

• 2 cups Mexican red rice

• 3 cups Mexican cheese blend

• 1 small can of black beans (15oz)

• Half finely chopped iceberg lettuce 

• 16oz Mexican sour cream 

• Pico de gallo 

• Hot sauce

Pico de gallo: 

• 1 large tomato 

• 1/4 onion 

• Half a jalapeño 

• Small bunch cilantro

• Lemon juice and salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat a pan over medium heat and add enough oil to fry the tortillas. Fry each tortilla in the hot oil for about 5 seconds on each side. Repeat for all tortillas. 

2. In the same pan used for the tortillas, add the ground beef and cook. Add 3 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 1.5 tablespoons of Nora chicken bouillon. Fully cook the ground beef, then add the can of diced tomatoes and green chilies. Continue cooking for about 4 minutes to combine the flavors. 

3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a casserole dish, start with a layer of fried corn tortillas, overlapping them slightly. Add a layer of Mexican rice. Add the cooked ground beef mixture, including any remaining juices. Sprinkle a layer of black beans. Optionally, add a layer of cheese for a cheesy pull. Add another layer of fried corn tortillas on top. 

4. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes.

5. Once out of the oven, spread a layer of Mexican sour cream (crema fresca) over the casserole. Add a layer of shredded iceberg lettuce. Sprinkle a layer of cheese blend. Top with pico de gallo. Drizzle your favorite hot sauce on top. 

6. Cut into portions and serve.
   

Feel free to customize the recipe to your liking and preferences. Enjoy this delicious ground beef taco casserole!

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