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easy ground beef taco casserole topped with cheese and ready to serve

Easy Taco Casserole with Ground Beef

This easy taco casserole with ground beef is a warm, cheesy dish made with just 5 ingredients. Cottage cheese adds creaminess, salsa gives it a little kick, and everything bakes together in one cozy skillet. A simple comfort food recipe that tastes just like grandma’s, with modern shortcuts built right in!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 16 ounce cottage cheese
  • 1 cup chunky salsa
  • 2-3 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 2 pounds of ground beef until browned. Drain off the grease and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the drained cottage cheese, chunky salsa, taco seasoning, and ¾ cup of the shredded cheese. Add the cooked ground beef and stir until everything is well combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a shallow baking dish or cast iron skillet. Smooth the top and sprinkle on the remaining ¾ cup of cheese.
  4. Bake at 375°F for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like sour cream, avocado, or green onions.

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