Cheesy Taco Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb hamburger meat
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 packet Spanish rice mix
• 1/2 can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 1 can refried beans
• Shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or your choice)
• Optional toppings: chopped green onions, sliced olives, sour cream, salsa

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Refried Beans Layer:
   • Spread the refried beans evenly on the bottom of a casserole dish.
   • Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese over the beans.
3. Brown the Hamburger Meat:
   • In a skillet over medium heat, brown the hamburger meat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
4. Prepare the Spanish Rice:
   • Prepare the Spanish rice according to the package instructions.
5. Mix the Meat and Rice:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked hamburger meat, prepared Spanish rice, 1/2 can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, and taco seasoning packet. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
6. Layer the Casserole:
   • Spread the meat and rice mixture evenly over the refried beans layer in the casserole dish.
7. Add More Cheese:
   • Top the casserole with another generous layer of shredded cheese.
8. Bake in the Oven:
   • Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Serve:
   • Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
   • Garnish with your favorite toppings such as chopped green onions, sliced olives, sour cream, and salsa, if desired.