Description
This Cheesy Taco Hashbrown Casserole is a delicious, comforting dish that combines seasoned ground beef, shredded hashbrowns, and plenty of cheese. The taco seasoning brings a zesty flavor while the creamy cheddar cheese soup adds richness. It's an easy-to-make recipe that’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or any occasion where comfort food is on the menu.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 oz packet taco seasoning
- 10.5 oz cheddar cheese soup
- 30 oz frozen shredded hashbrowns
- 2 cups shredded taco-style cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and minced garlic until the beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the browned ground beef, taco seasoning, cheddar cheese soup, frozen shredded hashbrowns, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Mix thoroughly.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the beef and hashbrown mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese on top is melted.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Feel free to add extra veggies like diced onions, bell peppers, or jalapeños for more flavor and texture.
- This casserole can be prepped ahead of time and baked later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg