cheesy mexican beef bean bake

Author of this recipe: Sterling Grafe

Cheesy Mexican Beef Bean Bake | Easy, flavorful recipe with ground beef & beans topped with melted cheese! #MexicanDishes #BeefBeanBake

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Ingredients

• - **Cheesy Mexican Beef Bean Bake**
• - Ground beef (main ingredient)
• - Canned kidney beans (key protein source)
• - Onion (essential flavoring)
• - Bell pepper (colorful vegetables for added nutrition)
• - Tomato sauce (rich in flavor and tomatoes)
• - Chili powder (for authentic taste and spice)
• - Cumin (spicy and earthy, essential for Mexican dishes)
• - Salt (to enhance flavors)
• - Black beans (additional protein source)
• - Cheddar cheese (heavily used for its meltability)
• - Corn tortillas (optional topping for a crispy texture)
• - Sour cream (for creamy texture and flavor)
• - Shredded lettuce (fresh crunch, good topping option)
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Steps

1. ### Cheesy Mexican Beef Bean Bake Recipe
3. #### Ingredients:
4. - 1 lb lean ground beef
5. - 1 large onion, diced
6. - 2 cloves garlic, minced
7. - 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
8. - 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
9. - 1 teaspoon chili powder
10. - 1/4 teaspoon cumin
11. - Salt and pepper to taste
12. - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
13. - 1 cup sour cream
14. - 2 cups cooked rice
16. #### Instructions:
18. **Step 1: Prepare the Ground Beef**
19. 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
20. 2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until it's fully cooked and no longer pink.
22. **Step 2: Cook the Vegetables**
23. 1. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef.
24. 2. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the onions become translucent.
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28. **Step 3: Mix Ingredients**
29. 1. Stir in the drained kidney beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
30. 2. Simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
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34. **Step 4: Prepare the Bake**
35. 1. Preheat an oven-safe dish with sides or a casserole.
36. 2. Spread half of the cooked rice in the bottom of the dish.
37. 3. Spoon the beef mixture over the rice, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
38. 4. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
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42. **Step 5: Top with Sour Cream**
43. 1. Pour the sour cream over the cheese layer, spreading it evenly to cover.
44. 2. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
46. **SEO Tip:** Include keywords like "sour cream topping" and "additional cheese layering."
48. **Step 6: Bake**
49. 1. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
50. 2. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
52. **SEO Tip:** Use phrases like "preheat oven" and "bake until golden."
54. #### Conclusion
55. Serve this Cheesy Mexican Beef Bean Bake as a hearty meal or as part of a festive gathering. The combination of ground beef, beans, rice, cheese, and sour cream makes for a delicious and comforting dish that is both easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
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