Firecracker Casserole Recipe

Reviewed on May. 01, 2013 by lorrielu

I prepared this tonight and it was a success. Very Delicious, of course, we topped it with some HOT Jalapeno peppers.....yummmmm!

Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2013 by sullivantx

Very, good and easy. The reason the recipe with the macaroni was dry, as the macaroni takes up the moisture from the recipes to cook the noodles. Would have had to add more moisture. When you substitute, you have to know your ingredients and how they cook.

Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2013 by sullivantx

Very, good and easy. The reason the recipe with the macaroni was dry, as the macaroni takes up the moisture from the recipes to cook the noodles. Would have had to add more moisture. When you substitute, you have to know your ingredients and how they cook.

Reviewed on Mar. 06, 2013 by mommy2nap

This was absolutely fabulous! My family really enjoyed it and the whole pan was GONE - no leftovers out of this one. I plan to share this on my blog:

www.theneveraloneprincess.com

Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2012 by meanmom40

LOVED IT!

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2012 by blhenn

This recipe turned out great. I was a bit worried about how it would turn out because so many reviewers said it turned out dry but it was not dry at all!! I am not sure what they did vs what I did but mine was moist, flavorful and just right. I used half ground beef and half ground turkey and added more spices and each person had the choice to put a bit of sour cream on top but that was all I changed. None of it was dry at all. so don't beware!

Reviewed on Mar. 01, 2012 by TheDix

I followed the recipe pretty much to the letter and it received a rave review from husband. I will add less cumin and chile powder next time, perhaps mix the sauce with the beef and onion to have a moister bottom layer. Flavor was good, easy preparation.

Reviewed on Aug. 08, 2011 by ajones2060

Very delicious, and so easy to make! This recipe is a keeper for sure!

Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2011 by td92777

This was very good similar to enchiladas but easier. I susbstitued a small can of enchilada sauce for the tomatoes, as I felt the tomatoes were too sweet compared to the meat. I also added a small can of diced green chilies and cilantro and this was very good. Will definitely fix again

Reviewed on Feb. 06, 2011 by zegunism

I think taco lasagna is similar but better. This seemed to fall apart as it was dry.

Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2011 by Lms526

I made a few substitutions to the recipe. I used fiesta nacho cheese soup instead of cream of mushroom and macaroni in place of the tortillas. I found this recipe to be very dry and kind of blah tasting. It was definitely missing something. Maybe some sour cream or another can of soup would help. But either way, I don't think I will be making this again any time soon.

Reviewed on Nov. 06, 2010 by Sharey

Very good casserole. Made a few substitutions to use what was on hand, Pace Picante instead of tomatoes, a teaspoon of taco seasoning. Mistakenly put picante in with the beans/meat mix and it was a little moist but still turned out great. Husband definitely would like it to be on the menu often this winter. ESH in NC

Reviewed on Oct. 05, 2010 by jaspertyler

Wow! This is so simple and tasty. I used ground turkey. I love the mix of flavors!

Reviewed on May. 25, 2010 by smelonas

One of my mom's standard recipes for years. The whole family loves it. Sometimes she adds roasted corn to the beans and always tops it with sliced olives. A super favorite.

Reviewed on May. 17, 2010 by ladawson1969

My family loved it!

We are not big bean eaters so we used mexican corn instead and it was great!

Reviewed on Apr. 02, 2010 by Zausted

This has been one of my son's favorite meal choices for years. I accidentally misplaced my issue with this recipe and am thrilled to find it online! Thanks!!

Reviewed on Mar. 02, 2010 by sdavis626

This was very good and had a nice kick to it. I halved the recipe, still using the full can of beans (I prefer pinto beans). I also still used the full can of cream soup (I used cheddar cheese soup) and diced tomatoes and mixed half of that in with the meat mixture in the bottom. This way the bottom doesn't get too dry.

Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2010 by katerjo

this recipe was very good and even better the 2nd time

Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2009 by odensesol

I just made this tonight and my husband loved it. It was hearty and satisfying on a chilly night. I think next time I might add some taco sauce to the meat mixture to keep it moist. This recipe is a keeper!

Reviewed on May. 28, 2009 by sewnmom

I made this for my husband and his fishing buddies on a trip to one of their cabins. They LOVED it. They said they devoured the whole thing. They requested for their next trip from me so I know it was a keeper!

Reviewed on May. 06, 2009 by VictoriaElaine

I made this substituting cream of chicken soup for the cream of mushroom soup and tomatoes with jalapenos for the tomatoes with green chilis. I have to admit that I was surprised how tasty it was. It's quick, simple and delicious! Will be making it again.

Reviewed on May. 04, 2009 by BakerSue

Sounds like I would like to add

some Picante sauce to the meat

mixture to avoid the dryness and

add flavor.

Reviewed on May. 02, 2009 by pjnlmt

I just got done making this for my farmer hubby. I made it in two 8x8" dishes so I can freeze one for another day! Mine was also kind of dry but I simply stirred it all together on my plate and added lettuce, crushed tortilla chips and taco sauce!! YUMMY! You could probably use different soups (ie: cheese, onion ~ I used cream of chicken.) You could also try adding some cheese or even more tomatoes with green chilis to the meat mixture to help with the dryness. Also do not overbake! You only need to warm it to serving temperature as it's fully cooked.

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2008 by fuzzywog

I just made this and both my husband and I loved it. I doubled the reciepe for my large family, used 2 pkgs of taco seasoning instead of the called for spices, and added a chopped jalepeno for added hotness,,,and wow...it was a big hit!

New York mom

Reviewed on May. 04, 2008 by hairkristine

I followed this recipe & my meat mixture was dry & crumbly.What went wrong?

Kris, Murphy, NC

Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2007 by Anonymous

This recipe has become a family favorite.

Amy, Harrodsburg, KY