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White Trash Casserole with Doritos Recipe

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A crowd-pleasing White Trash Casserole featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, creamy mushroom soup and sour cream mixture, topped with shredded Mexican cheese and crunchy Nacho Cheese Doritos. This quick and easy American-Mexican fusion dish offers comfort food at its best and is perfect for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings.

Ingredients

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Meat Mixture

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (or substitute ground turkey for a lighter option)
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade blend)
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can corn kernels, drained
  • 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies

Creamy Mixture

  • 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream (Greek yogurt can be used as a tangy substitute)

Toppings

  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
  • 1 large bag (9.25 oz) Nacho Cheese Doritos, lightly crushed

Optional Garnishes

  • Sliced green onions
  • Diced avocado
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Diced fresh tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients and Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Gather and prepare all ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
  2. Brown the Meat: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces. After 3-4 minutes, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Continue cooking until the meat is fully browned and onions are translucent, about 5 more minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Season the Mixture: Stir in taco seasoning, then add black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Mix well and simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
  4. Create the Creamy Base: In a separate bowl, combine condensed cream of mushroom soup with sour cream until smooth.
  5. Layer the Casserole: Spread half of the meat mixture evenly in the baking dish. Top with half of the creamy soup mixture, spreading evenly. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheese, then a layer of half the crushed Doritos.
  6. Complete the Layers: Repeat layering with remaining meat mixture, creamy mixture, remaining crushed Doritos, and finished with the last cup of cheese.
  7. Bake to Perfection: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Rest and Garnish: Let casserole rest 5-10 minutes to set layers. Serve garnished with sliced green onions, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, or diced tomatoes as desired.

Notes

  • Substitute ground turkey for a lighter, leaner protein option.
  • Make-ahead: Assemble casserole up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate before baking.
  • Freezes well for up to 3 months; freeze without Doritos topping for best texture.
  • Add extra vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach for additional nutrition.
  • Customize spice level using spicy Doritos, jalapeños, or spicy taco seasoning.
  • Drain all canned ingredients well to avoid soggy casserole.
  • Lightly crush Doritos to preserve crunch instead of finely crushing into crumbs.

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