Beef Taco Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef, 80/20
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 packet (1.25 oz) taco seasoning
• 8-10 corn tortilla chips, crushed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and add the diced onion, cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant
4. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, until it's no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes
5. Drain the excess fat from the skillet and add the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and red kidney beans, stir to combine
6. In a separate bowl, mix the crushed tortilla chips and shredded cheese
7. Add the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the cheese and tortilla chip mixture
8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly