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Hearty Ranch Style Casserole

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This Hearty Ranch Style Casserole is a comforting medley of ground beef, creamy ranch dressing, and colorful vegetables, topped with melted cheese. It’s a dish that brings people together, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: 1 jalapeño, diced (for added heat)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your casserole cooks evenly and thoroughly.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula. You’ll know it’s ready when there’s no pink left. Avoid overcrowding the pan; if you have a lot of meat, do it in batches.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent. Stir frequently to prevent the garlic from burning.
  4. Stir in the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through. This mixture should be vibrant and aromatic.
  5. Sprinkle in the ranch dressing mix, chili powder, cumin, and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine everything, letting it cook for another minute for the spices to infuse.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the beef mixture with cooked rice and sour cream. Mix until everything is evenly coated. If the mixture feels too dry, add a little more sour cream.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly with a spatula.
  8. Top with the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden. Keep an eye on it to avoid over-browning.
  9. Once out of the oven, let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes. This allows the layers to set and makes it easier to serve. Garnish with chopped green onions and optional diced jalapeños before serving.

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Keywords: Ensure your ground beef is well-browned without burning; this adds depth of flavor. For added richness, consider mixing in a bit of cream cheese with the sour cream.

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