Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 cup

tortilla chips

coarsely crushed

1.25 lb

ground beef

cooked and drained

12 oz

salsa

mild

8 oz

tomato sauce

1 cup

Monterey Jack cheese

freshly grated

0.5 unit

avocado

sliced

0.25 unit

tomato

chopped

0.25 cup

ripe olives

sliced

Step 1
~2 min

Place 2 cups of coarsely crushed tortilla chips on the bottom of a 9-inch round microcook type shallow container.

Step 2
~2 min

In a separate bowl, combine the cooked and drained ground beef, salsa, tomato sauce, and 2/3 cup of Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 3
~2 min

Pour the beef mixture over the tortilla chips in the container.

Step 4
~2 min

Cover the container with wax paper.

Step 5
~2 min

Cook on High in the microwave for 9 minutes, turning 3 times during cooking.

Step 6
~2 min

Remove the wax paper and top with the remaining tortilla chips and cheese.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook for an additional 1 minute in the microwave until the cheese is melted.

Step 8
~2 min

Garnish with avocado slices, chopped tomato, and sliced ripe olives before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of refried beans for extra flavor and texture.

Use pepper jack cheese for a spicier casserole.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and cooked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with sour cream and guacamole.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico/Tex-Mex

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game day
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

Casual dinner
Game day
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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