Description
Taco Bubble-Up Casserole is a fun and flavorful twist on classic taco night. This easy-to-make casserole layers seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, and fluffy biscuit pieces, all baked together to create a satisfying, family-friendly dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Topped with fresh green onions and your favorite taco toppings like lettuce, tomato, salsa, and sour cream, this recipe delivers all the bold Mexican-inspired flavors in one hearty, cheesy casserole.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 ounce envelope taco seasoning
- 2/3 cup salsa
- 1 can (10 ounces) Mild Red Enchilada Sauce
Cheese and Vegetables
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, divided
Base and Toppings
- 8 cans large canned biscuits
- Assorted taco toppings such as lettuce, tomato, salsa, and sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a large pan over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked and no longer pink, then drain excess grease.
- Add Seasoning and Sauces: Stir in the salsa, enchilada sauce, and taco seasoning to the cooked beef, mixing well to combine all flavors.
- Add Cheese and Onions: Mix half of the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the sliced green onions into the beef mixture until evenly incorporated.
- Prepare Biscuits: Cut each biscuit into eight pieces, then gently fold them into the beef mixture without crushing them.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the combined mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and spread smoothly.
- Bake Initial Stage: Bake the casserole for 20 minutes to cook the biscuits through and meld flavors.
- Add Remaining Cheese: Remove from oven and evenly sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake Final Stage: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with remaining green onions and favorite taco toppings. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- To reduce fat, use lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey.
- You can customize the taco toppings with avocado, jalapeños, or olives according to your preference.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your oven; ensure biscuits are cooked through before serving.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free biscuit dough instead of canned biscuits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
