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Mexican White Trash Casserole

A cheesy, creamy Mexican-inspired casserole topped with crunchy tortilla chips and packed with bold comfort-food flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 10 oz Rotel tomatoes with green chilies undrained
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup corn optional
Topping
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups crushed tortilla chips or Doritos

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned. Drain excess grease.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and Rotel tomatoes. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
  4. Add cream cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  5. Mix in sour cream and corn until fully combined.
  6. Transfer mixture to baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Top with shredded cheese and crushed chips.
  8. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

Let rest 5 minutes before serving for easier slicing.