Layered Taco Casserole I
Layered Taco Casserole I brings together tender, seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and bright salsa under a bubbling blanket of Monterey Jack. Each bite is hearty and comforting, with a balanced mix of spice and richness that feels like a weeknight crowd-pleaser. Serve it for casual dinners, potlucks, or game nights when you want something satisfying and shareable.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Layered Taco Casserole I, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 4 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 53 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 17
- Heart Health
- 64
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 44
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).
- 2
In a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, then drain the fat. Stir in the dry taco seasoning.
- 3
Transfer the browned meat to a 9x13 inch glass baking dish. Spread a layer of refried beans over the meat, then add the salsa. Sprinkle with shredded cheese on top.
- 4
Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Calories 467.12 kcal High 23%
- Protein 28.08 g Good Source 56%
- Carbohydrate 19.5 g 7%
- Total Fat 31.14 g High 40%
- Saturated Fat 13.77 g High 69%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 96.9 mg High 32%
- Sodium 1068.87 mg High 46%
- Dietary Fiber 4.48 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 3.21 g --
- Added Sugars 1.92 g Low Source 4%
- Calcium 315.99 mg Good Source 24%
- Iron 3.16 mg Moderate 18%
- Potassium 405.1 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 82.5 mcg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin C 8.0 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 0.22 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Layered Taco Casserole I is made with 5 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Ground Beef, Refried Beans, Salsa, and Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese. Each serving provides about 467.12 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Layered Taco Casserole I made of?
- The main ingredients are Ground Beef, Refried Beans, Salsa, Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese, Taco Seasoning. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Layered Taco Casserole I?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 467.12 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Layered Taco Casserole I easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Layered Taco Casserole I healthy?
- Layered Taco Casserole I has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 467.12 calories and 28.08 g of protein, or 56% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1068.87 mg (46% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 13.77 g (69% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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