A quick and easy layered Mexican casserole with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights and great with tortilla chips for dipping!
Instructions
- 1
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, adding chopped onion if using.
- 2
Mix half of the taco seasoning package into the cooked ground beef and stir well.
- 3
In a separate bowl, mix the remaining half of the taco seasoning into the refried beans until well combined.
- 4
Spread the seasoned refried beans evenly in the bottom of a 2-quart baking dish.
- 5
Spoon the seasoned ground beef over the bean layer, spreading evenly.
- 6
Pour the nacho cheese soup over the beef layer as the top layer.
- 7
Microwave on high for 8-10 minutes, or until heated completely through.
- 8
Remove from microwave and top with shredded cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt from the heat.
- 9
If desired, add dollops of sour cream and sprinkle with sliced olives before serving.
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Serve hot with tortilla chips for dipping or tortillas for scooping.
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**Pro Tip:** This casserole is perfect for parties - just set out bowls of toppings and let everyone customize their own portion!