Cheesy Dorito Taco Casserole (Print Version)

Ground beef, Doritos, and cheese baked together, topped with fresh pico de gallo and sour cream.

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 pounds ground beef
02 - ½ yellow onion, diced
03 - 1 tablespoon minced garlic
04 - 1 packet taco seasoning
05 - 1 10-ounce can Rotel, undrained
06 - 1 11-ounce can Mexicorn, drained
07 - 2 cups shredded taco blend cheese
08 - 1 9.25-ounce bag Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed
09 - Optional: Sour cream
10 - Optional: Pico de Gallo

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and onions until the beef is browned and no pink remains. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30-45 seconds. Drain any excess grease.
02 - Season the cooked beef with the taco seasoning, then mix in the can of Rotel and drained Mexicorn. Stir until evenly combined.
03 - In a 7x11-inch casserole dish, layer half of the meat mixture on the bottom, followed by a layer of shredded cheese and a layer of crushed Doritos. Repeat the layers once more to complete the casserole.
04 - Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
05 - Serve the casserole hot, topped with fresh Pico de Gallo and sour cream, if desired. Enjoy!

# Notes and Tips:

01 - For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or use spicy taco seasoning.