Cheesy Layered Mexican Bake

Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Cheesy Layered Mexican Bake
65 min.
8
585kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your heart! Introducing the Cheesy Layered Mexican Bake, a delightful dish that brings together the bold flavors of Mexico in a comforting, gluten-free package. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this recipe serves eight and is sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine layers of spicy pork sausage and savory ground beef, combined with hearty ranch-style pinto beans and zesty diced tomatoes, all enveloped in a creamy sauce that’s simply irresistible. The addition of soft corn tortillas creates a satisfying texture, while generous amounts of sharp Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese melt into a gooey, cheesy dream that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Not only is this dish packed with flavor, but it also offers a balanced caloric profile, making it a hearty yet wholesome choice. With a preparation time of just 65 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious bake for a weeknight dinner or a weekend feast. Top it off with fresh tomatoes, green onions, and creamy avocado for a burst of freshness that perfectly complements the rich layers beneath.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a cheesy, flavorful experience that will transport you straight to the heart of Mexico. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 lb pork sausage 
  • 0.5 lb ground round 
  • 15 oz pinto beans ranch-style drained canned
  • 10 oz canned tomatoes diced with green chiles, drained canned
  • teaspoon garlic powder 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 10.8 oz campbell's® condensed cream of celery soup canned
  • 10.8 oz cream of mushroom soup canned
  • 10 oz enchilada sauce red canned
  • 6-inch corn tortillas soft ()
  • oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • oz pepper jack cheese shredded
  • 0.8 cup tomatoes chopped
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped
  • medium avocado chopped
  • serving cream sour
  • leaves cilantro leaves fresh

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage and beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in beans, diced tomatoes, garlic powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  3. In 2-quart saucepan, stir together soups and enchilada sauce. Cook over medium heat 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated.
  4. Spoon one-third of the sauce into baking dish; top with 3 of the tortillas. Spoon half of the meat mixture over tortillas; top with another one-third of the sauce and 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Top with 3 tortillas. Repeat layers with remaining meat mixture, sauce, Cheddar cheese and tortillas.
  5. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Cover loosely with foil.
  7. Bake 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese.
  8. Bake 10 minutes longer.
  9. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Top with tomato, onions, avocado and dollop of sour cream.
  10. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Calories585kcal
Protein21.32%
Fat55.39%
Carbs23.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.19
Glycemic Load
8.83
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.939130492832%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Naringenin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.48mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:584.91kcal
29.25%
Fat:36.46g
56.09%
Saturated Fat:16.28g
101.78%
Carbohydrates:34.48g
11.49%
Net Carbohydrates:26.9g
9.78%
Sugar:5.43g
6.03%
Cholesterol:99.4mg
33.13%
Sodium:1637.07mg
71.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.58g
63.15%
Phosphorus:537.88mg
53.79%
Calcium:502.78mg
50.28%
Zinc:5.29mg
35.24%
Fiber:7.58g
30.31%
Manganese:0.58mg
28.9%
Selenium:19.63µg
28.04%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
25.95%
Vitamin B12:1.48µg
24.71%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.06%
Vitamin B3:4.64mg
23.22%
Vitamin K:23.9µg
22.77%
Vitamin A:1115.01IU
22.3%
Potassium:735.92mg
21.03%
Iron:3.78mg
21%
Magnesium:83.07mg
20.77%
Copper:0.4mg
19.87%
Vitamin E:2.22mg
14.8%
Vitamin B5:1.48mg
14.78%
Folate:58.36µg
14.59%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.48%
Vitamin C:9.74mg
11.8%
Vitamin D:0.74µg
4.91%