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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasonings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Cook the Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- 3
Season the Beef
Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
- 4
Prepare the Enchilada Mixture
In the skillet, add the refried beans and 1 cup of enchilada sauce to the beef mixture. Stir until well combined. Remove from heat.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Layer the Casserole
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom. Place 4 corn tortillas over the sauce, then spread half of the beef and bean mixture over the tortillas. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- 6
Repeat Layers
Add another layer of 4 tortillas, followed by the remaining beef and bean mixture, and another 1/3 cup of cheddar cheese. Top with the remaining tortillas and pour the rest of the enchilada sauce over the top. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- 7
Bake
Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 8
Serve
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Top with sour cream if desired.
