Taco Hashbrown Casserole Bake (Print Version)
Ground beef, taco seasoning, hashbrowns, and cheese yield a irresistible, family-friendly comfort bake.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
1 pound ground beef
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1 medium onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 ounce taco seasoning mix
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30 ounces frozen shredded hashbrowns
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10.5 ounces canned cheddar cheese soup
07 -
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
→ Optional Toppings
08 -
Sour cream
09 -
Salsa
10 -
Fresh cilantro, chopped
11 -
Pico de gallo
12 -
Guacamole
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion, breaking beef into crumbles. Continue until beef is no longer pink and onions are tender.
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Add minced garlic and taco seasoning to the skillet. Stir constantly until the mixture is fragrant and evenly coated, about 1 minute.
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In a large bowl or directly in the skillet, mix the cooked beef mixture with frozen hashbrowns, cheddar cheese soup, and 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend until blended.
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Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish in an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheese evenly over the top.
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Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and golden brown on top.
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Allow to cool briefly, then serve with optional toppings such as sour cream, salsa, cilantro, pico de gallo, or guacamole.
# Notes:
01 -
For a milder flavor, use a mild taco seasoning blend. Casserole can be assembled ahead and refrigerated, then baked when ready to serve.