THE BEST DERNED SOUTHWESTERN CASSEROLE

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If you want to add a little spice to life-and to dinner-serve this hearty main dish. It's full of Tex-Mex goodness, and looks colorful on the plate.-Valerie Igal, Oak Hill, VA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds uncooked chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1 cup salsa
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
3 teaspoons each ground cumin, chili powder and paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
2 large tomatoes, sliced
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Crumble chorizo into a large skillet; add onion. Cook over medium heat until meat is fully cooked; drain. Add beans, tomato sauce, corn, chilies, salsa, cilantro and seasonings; heat through., Place six tortillas in the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with 3-1/2 cups meat mixture, the tomatoes and 1 cup cheese. Top with remaining tortillas, meat mixture and cheese., Cover and bake 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes or until heated through. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 1370mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Nicole Kalal
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I thought this casserole was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I probably won't make it again.


Adaobi Cynthia Igweze
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This was the perfect comfort food! It was easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Abubakar Kabiru
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I'm not a big fan of casseroles, but this one was really good! The flavors were well-balanced and the cornbread topping was the perfect finishing touch.


Mello Moeti
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This casserole was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of the beef, beans, and corn. I will definitely be making this again.


Lwandile Ntombela
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I made this casserole for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the cornbread topping was a nice change from the usual mashed potatoes.


Javonte Stewart
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This casserole was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I will definitely be making it again, but I'll use less chili powder next time.


Alan Anton Rutar
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I made this casserole for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and the leftovers were just as good as the first day.


KING SUBHAN
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This casserole was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the cornbread topping was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Rauf Ali
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I thought this casserole was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I probably won't make it again.


MdJi bon
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This was the perfect comfort food! It was easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Gemma Busby
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I'm not a big fan of casseroles, but this one was really good! The flavors were well-balanced and the cornbread topping was the perfect finishing touch.


Kenneth jones
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This casserole was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of the beef, beans, and corn. I will definitely be making this again.


Nipun Theekshana
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I made this casserole for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the cornbread topping was a nice change from the usual mashed potatoes.


mian osama
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This casserole was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I will definitely be making it again, but I'll use less chili powder next time.


Home Alone
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I followed the recipe exactly and my casserole turned out perfect! It was so flavorful and the cornbread topping was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Sulait Zziwa
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


WAYxTREME
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I've made this casserole several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the leftovers are just as good as the first day.


Uzzal Mia
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This casserole was easy to make and turned out great! I used ground turkey instead of beef and it was still very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


NIGERIAN UPDATE
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Nichole Wason
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This casserole was absolutely delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the cornbread topping was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again.