Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup thick salsa
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, chopped onions, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef for 6–8 minutes until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in thick salsa and simmer for 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Transfer the beef mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Add desired toppings and enjoy.
Notes
- Use thick, chunky salsa to avoid excess moisture.
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent greasiness.
- Can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance before baking.
- Easily customizable with beans, corn, or extra seasoning.
- Great for meal prep and reheats well.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
