Beef Taco Casserole Dish (Printable Version)

Slow-cooked seasoned beef with beans, corn, peppers, tomatoes, and melted cheddar cheese.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Proteins

01 - 454 g lean ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)

→ Seasonings

02 - 1 packet (approx. 28 g) taco seasoning or 30 ml homemade equivalent

→ Legumes and Vegetables

03 - 1 can (425 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
04 - 240 ml corn kernels, fresh or frozen
05 - 1 can (411 g) diced tomatoes
06 - 150 g chopped mixed-color bell peppers

→ Dairy

07 - 115 g shredded cheddar cheese

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain off excess fat.
02 - Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for an additional minute to incorporate flavors.
03 - Transfer the beef to a slow cooker. Add rinsed black beans, corn kernels, diced tomatoes, and chopped bell peppers. Stir to combine evenly.
04 - Cover and cook on low setting for 4 hours or on high setting for 2 hours until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
05 - Approximately 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top, cover, and allow to melt completely.
06 - Serve hot with optional garnishes such as sour cream and fresh cilantro as desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For enhanced flavor, prepare homemade taco seasoning with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika.