Taco Surprise

Prep: 10 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Mexican

Taco Surprise is a flavorful casserole combining seasoned ground beef, cheesy toppings, and savory cornbread stuffing. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, it offers a comforting blend of Tex-Mex flavors with a hearty, satisfying texture that appeals to all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 1 box Stove Top cornbread stuffing
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 (8 oz.) jar picante or salsa sauce
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Prepare the stuffing according to the directions on the box and set aside.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet and add the salsa or picante sauce. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Layer half of the prepared stuffing in a casserole dish.
  4. Top with the cooked ground beef mixture, then sprinkle grated Cheddar cheese over the meat.
  5. Cover with the remaining stuffing.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
  7. Optional: sprinkle additional cheese on top before baking.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

213 kcal 11% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.7g 21% DV
Total Fat 16.3g 21% DV
Carbs 5.6g 2% DV
Fiber 0.2g 1% DV
Sugar 0.6g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 299.5mg 13% DV
Potassium 103.3mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 42.5mg 14% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 113.8mcg 13% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 189.5mg 15% DV
Iron 0.8mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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