Taco Hash Brown Casserole
Taco Hash Brown Casserole: A Family Favorite on a Budget
Are you tired of the same old taco night routine? Looking for a budget-friendly meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table? Look no further! This Taco Hash Brown Casserole is a delightful twist on traditional tacos, packed with flavor and texture, making it an instant hit for families and gatherings alike. And if you have spent any time on my blog or social media, you know that my family loves anything taco related! If you would like the crockpot version of this, click here! Here are a few more great recipes to check out while you are here!
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Why You Will Love This Recipe:
1. **Feeds a Crowd**: This casserole serves 8 to 10 people, making it perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers. Whether you’re feeding a large family or looking to have leftovers for the week, this dish has you covered.
2. **Budget-Friendly**: With affordable ingredients like ground beef, frozen hash browns, and cheese, this recipe is easy on the wallet. You can feed a hungry crowd without breaking the bank!
3. **Easy to Prepare**: This recipe is simple and straightforward, allowing even novice cooks to whip it up with ease. With just a few steps and minimal prep time, you’ll have a hearty meal ready in no time.
4. **Customizable**: Feel free to tailor this casserole to your family’s taste. The recipe is versatile, allowing you to use any flavor of Doritos you prefer. From spicy to cheesy, the choice is yours!
Ingredients:
- **For the Taco Mixture**:
- 1.5 pounds of ground beef
- 1 diced onion
- 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning
- 3/4 cup of water
- **For the Casserole**:
- 30-ounce bag of frozen hash browns (partially thawed)
- 10.5-ounce can of Campbell’s cheddar cheese soup
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 10 oz can of Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies)
- 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning
- 4 ounces of shredded pepper jack cheese
- 4 ounces of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions:
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the diced onion. Once cooked, drain the excess grease. Add the taco seasoning and water, mixing well, and let it simmer on low heat.
In a large bowl, combine the partially thawed hash browns, cheddar cheese soup, sour cream, Rotel, additional taco seasoning, pepper jack cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, and the cooked taco meat. Mix until well combined.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the mixture evenly in a greased 9 x 13 baking dish and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes.
After 30-35 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven. Sprinkle the remaining sharp cheddar and pepper jack cheeses on top. Crush the nacho cheese Doritos and spread them over the cheese layer. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Once done, let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Set out optional toppings like shredded lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and hot sauce for everyone to customize their serving.
If you do make this recipe, please leave a comment and a rating! I love hearing from you and it helps so much! Thank you!
Taco Hash Brown Casserole
Ingredients
For the Taco Meat
- 1.5 lbs Ground Beef or any ground meat that you prefer
- 1 Yellow Onion, Diced
- 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning
- 3/4 Cup Water
For the Casserole
- 30 oz Bag of Frozen Hash Browns, partially thawed
- 10.5 oz Can of Campbell's Cheddar Cheese Soup
- 1 Cup Sour Cream
- 10 oz Can of Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies)
- 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning
- 8 oz Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese divided in half
- 8 oz Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese divided in half
- 9.25 oz Bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos (or any flavor you like) I use about half of it
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the diced onion. Once cooked, drain the excess grease. Add the taco seasoning and water, mixing well, and let it simmer on low heat.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the partially thawed hash browns, cheddar cheese soup, sour cream, Rotel, additional taco seasoning, 1/2 of the pepper jack cheese, 1/2 of the sharp cheddar cheese, and the cooked taco meat. Mix until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a 9 x 13 baking dish. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes.
- Remove it from the oven and top with the other half of the cheeses and the crushed Doritos. Bake for about 5 more minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.
- Once done, let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Set out optional toppings like shredded lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and hot sauce for everyone to customize their serving.
Made this tonight, and it was very good. My husband loved it so much, he had 3 helpings. Will definitely keep in my rotation. Thank you for sharing this recipe.