Best 11 Mexican Bean Bake Recipes

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**Dive into a Culinary Fiesta with Mexican Bean Bake: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable Mexican Bean Bake, a symphony of flavors and textures that will awaken your taste buds. This hearty and versatile dish combines the bold spices of Mexico with the wholesome goodness of beans, creating a fiesta in your mouth. Explore our collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the traditional Mexican Bean Bake, brimming with spicy black beans, juicy corn, and zesty salsa, to the vegetarian-friendly Three Bean Bake, bursting with colorful beans, roasted peppers, and aromatic herbs, there's something for every palate. Indulge in the smoky chipotle flavor of our Chipotle Bean Bake or relish the rich and creamy texture of our Creamy Bean Bake, perfected with a velvety cheese sauce. Discover the perfect Mexican Bean Bake recipe to satisfy your cravings and embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Mexico.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY LAYERED MEXICAN BAKE



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Enjoy this cheesy Mexican lasagna that's made with sausage, beef and beans - a hearty dinner. Use 2 cups thawed Make-Ahead Seasoned Ground Beef and Sausage to save time in the kitchen.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 lb bulk spicy pork sausage
1/2 lb ground beef round
1 can (15 oz) ranch-style pinto beans, drained
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of celery soup
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
9 soft corn tortillas (6 inch)
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or pepper Jack cheese (8 oz)
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 medium avocado, chopped
Sour cream, if desired
Fresh cilantro leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage and beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in beans, diced tomatoes, garlic powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, stir together soups and enchilada sauce. Cook over medium heat 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated.
  • Spoon one-third of the sauce into baking dish; top with 3 of the tortillas. Spoon half of the meat mixture over tortillas; top with another one-third of the sauce and 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Top with 3 tortillas. Repeat layers with remaining meat mixture, sauce, Cheddar cheese and tortillas. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Cover loosely with foil. Bake 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Top with tomato, onions, avocado and dollop of sour cream. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 7 1/2 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1637 mg

VEGETARIAN MEXICAN CASSEROLE WITH BLACK BEANS



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This black bean enchilada casserole recipe is a one dish vegetarian Mexican casserole perfect for those busy nights.

Provided by Jolinda Hackett

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chopped onion
1 1/2 cups chopped red pepper
2 garlic cloves , minced
3/4 cup salsa
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 (15.8-ounce) cans black beans, drained
12 6-inch corn tortillas
2 cups Monterey Jack and Cheddar blend, shredded
3 tomatoes, chopped, optional
1/2 cup sour cream, optional
1/2 cup sliced black olives, optional

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Preheat oven to 350 F. Combine onion, pepper, garlic, salsa, cumin, and black beans in large skillet and bring to simmer over medium heat. Cook, frequently stirring, for 3 minutes.
  • Arrange 6 tortillas in bottom of 9 x 13-inch baking dish, overlapping them as necessary.
  • Spread half of bean mixture over tortillas and sprinkle with half of cheese. Repeat layering process with remaining tortillas, bean mixture, and cheese.
  • Cover dish with foil and bake 15 minutes. Carefully remove foil and serve warm. Garnish with tomatoes, sour cream, and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 kcal, Carbohydrate 68 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 12 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 565 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize 8-10 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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This is an easy and very tasty dish. I often substitute ground turkey and low fat dairy products and it is still delicious! Serve with chips, salsa and green salad.

Provided by ANDREALF63

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
2 cups salsa
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, drained
3 cups tortilla chips, crushed
2 cups sour cream
1 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
½ cup chopped green onion
½ cup chopped fresh tomato
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink. Stir in salsa, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in beans, and heat through.
  • Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray. Spread crushed tortilla chips in dish, and then spoon beef mixture over chips. Spread sour cream over beef, and sprinkle olives, green onion, and tomato over the sour cream. Top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 631.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 119.2 mg, Fat 43.7 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 31.7 g, SaturatedFat 22.5 g, Sodium 1308.3 mg, Sugar 6 g

5-INGREDIENT MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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Small dinner pie made with salsa, tortillas, refried beans, cheese, and onions.

Provided by Annie Ellis

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
¾ onion, diced
5 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 cup salsa
2 cups shredded Cheddar or Colby Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9-inch pie pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a saucepan, cook refried beans and onions (to soften them) on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
  • Place one tortilla in the bottom of the greased pan. Spread about 1/3 cup of the bean mixture over it. Layer a few tablespoons of salsa over this. Then, place another tortilla over the salsa, and add more of the bean mixture. Follow the beans with a big handful of cheese, spreading evenly. repeat layers, spreading the ingredients evenly over the tortillas. On the top layer, make sure to use lots of salsa and cheese!
  • Bake until the cheese is melted, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650.7 calories, Carbohydrate 74 g, Cholesterol 68.3 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 29.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 1505.1 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

TEX-MEX BEAN BAKE WITH CORNBREAD TOPPING



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I frequently cooked this dish when I was on the cross-country team in college. We loved this veggie-packed bake so much I would have to make two! For a meaty version, substitute shredded chicken for half of the potato. -Samantha Westveer, Kentwood, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large sweet potato, peeled and finely chopped
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 small green pepper, coarsely chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup vegetable broth
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
TOPPING:
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1 large egg
1/3 cup low-fat milk
1/3 cup solid-pack pumpkin

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sweet potato, onion and peppers; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until potato is cooked halfway through., Stir in beans, corn, chiles, salt and cumin; heat through. Stir in broth and cream cheese until blended. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a large bowl, combine cornbread mix, egg, milk and pumpkin. Spoon over bean mixture. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the topping portion comes out clean. To Make Ahead: Can be made a day in advance. Prepare as directed, omitting topping. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Prepare topping and bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SIMPLE MEXICAN RICE AND BEAN BAKE



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Make and share this Simple Mexican Rice and Bean Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sam 3

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups rice, cooked
1 egg
1 1/2 cups salsa, divided
1 cup cheese, shredded, divided
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (12 ounce) can pinto beans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease an 8in square baking dish.
  • Mix rice, egg, 1/2 cup of salsa, 1/2 cup of cheese and chili powder, press into bottom of dish.
  • Mix beans and remaining salsa.
  • Spoon over rice mixture.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.5, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 71, Sodium 881.5, Carbohydrate 108.3, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 22.7

MEXICAN BEAN CASSEROLE



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The tortilla chips on the bottom form a crispy crust, I sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of the casserole before topping with the remaining shredded cheese, but that is only optional. Sour cream and chopped tomatoes are a must served with this casserole.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips
2 -3 cups cooked chicken breasts, cubed (can use cooked cubed turkey also)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, washed and drained (can use garbonzo beans in place of black beans)
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, washed and drained
2 cups canned corn kernels, drained (or use one 15 ounce)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 1/2 cups salsa (I use spicy!)
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
1 green bell pepper, chopped
salt and pepper
3 -4 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded (or cheddar cheese)
1 -2 large firm tomatoes, chopped
2 cups sour cream (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips evenly on the bottom of the dish.
  • In a large bowl combine the cubed cooked chicken, beans, corn, tomato sauce, salsa, onion, bell pepper, garlic, salt and pepper; mix well to combine.
  • Spoon HALF of the mixture over top of the tortilla chips in the baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with 2 cups (or more if desired) shredded cheese.
  • Cover with remaining half of the chicken/bean mixture, then top with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes.
  • Let stand for 5-6 minutes before serving.
  • Spoon onto plates and top with sour cream and chopped tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 717.6, Fat 38.3, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 123.2, Sodium 1146.2, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 13.4, Sugar 7.6, Protein 44.5

MEXICAN BAKE



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Raid your storecupboard and try out this fresh idea for canned beans with fajita spices - top with tortillas and cheese

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 x 400g cans black beans , drained and rinsed
35g sachet fajita seasoning of your choice
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes with chilli
6 tortillas
140g Monterey Jack cheese or cheddar, grated

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Heat a non-stick frying pan, add the black beans and fajita spice mix, stir together and cook for 1-2 mins. Add the tomatoes and simmer over a low heat for 10 mins.
  • Cut the tortillas in half. Lightly grease a 2-litre baking dish. Spread a third of the bean mixture over the base of the dish, followed by 3 tbsp of the cheese and a layer of tortillas. Repeat the process, finishing with a tortilla layer on top. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese. Bake for 15 mins until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 64 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium

MEXICAN BEAN BAKE



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This is a hearty casserole that is quick and easy to prepare. I have tweaked it to double the crust as it is how I prefer it and others noted it in the reviews as well.

Provided by BK GeeGee

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk
2 eggs, beaten
3/4 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 (15 ounce) cans beans
0.75 (10 1/2 ounce) can tomato soup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix all of the ingredients for the crust together. The batter will be lumpy. Spread into a 9x9 casserole dish. In a large frying pan brown the ground beef and drain the fat out. Add the chopped onion and cook until clear. Add in the remaining bean mix ingredients and cook until hot. Spoon the bean mixture onto the batter. Cook in the oven for 30 minutes. In the last 15 minutes of cooking you can add shredded cheese to the top for added flavour. For a large 9x13 casserole just double the recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.8, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 124.9, Sodium 1144, Carbohydrate 32.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.8, Protein 18.9

MEXICAN BEEF AND BEAN CASSEROLE



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Add something spicy to your family's Mexican cuisine night. Enjoy this ground beef casserole packed with pinto beans and salsa - a cheesy meal!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
2 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) pinto beans
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup mild chunky-style salsa
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375°.
  • Cook the beef in the skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.
  • Rinse and drain the beans in a strainer. Mix the beef, beans, tomato sauce, salsa and chili powder in the ungreased baking pan.
  • Cover with lid or aluminum foil and bake 40 to 45 minutes, stirring once or twice, until hot and bubbly. Carefully remove the lid, and sprinkle cheese over the top. Continue baking uncovered about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 14 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1020 mg

MEXICAN BAKED BEANS



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Make and share this Mexican Baked Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 57m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed (reserve 2 tbsp. of the liquid)
4 ounces low-sodium tomato sauce
2 ounces sweet onions, finely chopped
2 fluid ounces mexican beer
3 tablespoons molasses
1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon jalapeno pepper, minced and seeded
3/4 teaspoon reduced-sodium Worcestershire sauce
1/8-1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, minced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine beans, tomato sauce, onion, beer, molasses, mustard, jalapeno pepper, Worcestershire sauce and red pepper flakes; mix well.
  • Transfer to a 1-quart casserole dish and bake 45-50 minutes, until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from oven; stir in cilantro and serve.

Tips:

  • To save time, use canned beans instead of dried beans. Just be sure to rinse and drain them before using.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as corn, zucchini, or bell peppers.
  • If you want a spicier dish, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve this bean bake with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa for a complete meal.
  • If you're short on time, you can cook this dish in a slow cooker.

Conclusion:

This Mexican bean bake is a delicious, easy, and versatile dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover beans. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this Mexican bean bake a try.

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