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Cheesy Oven-Baked Tacos

Cheesy Oven-Baked Tacos That Will Wow Your Family Tonight

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Cheesy Oven-Baked Tacos are a customizable, easy, and comforting dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey Substitute with ground chicken, pork, or chorizo for variation.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped, shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is preferred.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 can Black Beans Drain and rinse before using.
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Frozen works well when thawed.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Can substitute with salsa.
For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Tortillas Corn or flour work well.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Mix varieties like cheddar and Monterey Jack.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • baking dish
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Add a splash of oil and sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate your choice of ground meat and brown for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle taco seasoning and add a splash of water, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Combine the meat mixture with black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes in a large bowl.
  7. Arrange tortillas upright in a baking dish.
  8. Fill each tortilla with the meat and bean mixture generously.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each filled tortilla.
  10. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
  11. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  12. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Customize with additional toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole before serving.

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