Firecracker Casserole Recipe

Firecracker Casserole Recipe Firecracker Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Rating 5

I loved this Southwestern-style casserole when my mother made it years ago. Now my husband enjoys it when I prepare it. The flavor reminds us of enchiladas, but this handy recipe doesn't require the extra time to roll them up.

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Firecracker Casserole Recipe
  • Prep: 15 min. Bake: 25 min.
  • Yield: 8 Servings
15 25 40

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 flour tortillas (6 inches)
  • 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the beans, chili powder, cumin and salt.
  • Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Arrange tortillas over the top. Combine soup and tomatoes; pour over tortillas. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 363 calories, 18 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 72 mg cholesterol, 941 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 28 g protein.

Originally published as Firecracker Casserole in Taste of Home June/July 1999, p27

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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:

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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.

 
 

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