Taco Tortilla Stacks

Ah, Taco Tortilla Stacks! This dish is like the cool cousin of tacos that everyone loves at the family reunion. It’s lasagna meeting Mexican night and nothing short of magical. If you’re into cheesy, crispy, layered goodness that doesn’t take itself too seriously, this one’s screaming your name. Picture layers of tortillas, meaty fillings, and plenty of gooey cheese. A little messy? Sure. Completely delicious? You betcha.

You know those meals that are like a huge hug from the family? That’s this one. My husband and kiddos go absolutely nuts for these stacks. When life gets crazy and we just need something familiar and comforting, this is my go-to. We have this thing where each of us gets to pick a layer to add our little flair, so it’s kind of like a big, tasty collage of everyone’s flavor faves. Plus, it’s one of those warm-and-fuzzy dishes you crave when the day’s been rough or your toddler decided socks were optional.

Why You’ll Love This Taco Tortilla Stacks

1. It’s unapologetically cheesy and layered with love.
2. Messy food is the best kind of food. Themes: “fun” and “finger-licking.”
3. Versatile vibes that can deal with whatever’s lurking in your fridge.
4. Leftovers? Breakfast. Boom.

How to Make It

Alright, grab your mixing bowl and let’s chat tacos. Just picture me, hopping around my kitchen, trying not to trip over a random toy. Start by cooking up some ground meat — beef, turkey, unicorn…whatever you’ve got lying around. Toss in some taco seasoning like you mean it. I never measure this stuff; I just go with the “smells like tacos” method. Stir in some beans if you’ve got ’em because fiber is our friend, right? Then, layer tortillas like you’re building a delicious tower of joy. Add meat, cheese, repeat, and don’t forget to spill some stuff like a true cooking pro! Top it with more cheese because cheese is happiness in a culinary format. Bake it until the whole thing is golden and making you want to dive in right away — patience is hard here.

Ingredient Notes

– Ground Meat: Flavor carrier and protein hero. One time I used half turkey, half beef – blissful accident!
– Taco Seasoning: Don’t skimp. Seriously. Unless you want a bland stack, and who wants that?
– Tortillas: They’re your delicious base. Flour, corn, spinach — they all work. Once, I didn’t have enough and had to use old pita. Still good!

**Recipe Steps:**

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook your ground meat with taco seasoning. Don’t be shy with those spices!
3. Take a baking dish and start layering with a tortilla. Just like lasagna, but more fun.
4. Add a layer of your meat mixture, followed by cheese. Repeat layers like you’d stack a delicious sandwich that’s mostly cheese.
5. Top it all off with more cheese (because, cheese, duh) and bake until melted and lovely.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

– Layer like you mean it. A flimsy layer is a sad layer.
– Get creative with sauces and dips on the side. Worth it.
– Don’t fire up the oven without checking you aren’t wearing oven mitts like slippers. It happens.

Storage Tips

Cover and toss it in the fridge for up to 5 days. If you eat it cold at midnight, I won’t judge, only cheer you on. Cold tacos are surprisingly comfort-inducing. And yep, I’ve definitely had this with coffee the next morning.

Variations and Substitutions

Running low on tortilla supplies? Use pita. In a pinch, I’ve even used those random ends of tortilla chips. Cheese-wise, anything that melts will do. Switch it up with veggies if you want to feel healthy. You totally have my permission to skip an ingredient once in a while — we’ve all been there, staring into a nearly-empty fridge, hoping for a miracle ingredient manifestation.

**Frequently Asked Questions**

Taco Tortilla Stacks

This delicious Taco Tortilla Stacks recipe layers seasoned ground beef, cheese, and fresh toppings for a fun and flavorful Mexican-inspired meal that’s perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 lb ground beef
• ▢ 1 packet taco seasoning mix about 1 oz
• ▢ 12 count small flour tortillas
• ▢ 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ▢ 1 cup sour cream for topping
• ▢ 1 cup salsa
• ▢ 0.5 cup diced tomatoes optional
• ▢ 0.25 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes.
• Drain excess fat from the skillet and stir in the taco seasoning mix with 2/3 cup water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer 4 tortillas, then half of the seasoned beef, followed by 1 cup of cheese. Repeat layers ending with tortillas topped with remaining cheese.
• Bake uncovered for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Let the stack sit for 5 minutes before slicing into squares. Serve topped with sour cream, salsa, diced tomatoes, and green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, add sliced jalapeños between layers or serve with guacamole on the side.