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A slice of taco pie on a plate with lime wedges and tortilla chips next to it.

Taco Pie

Refried beans, taco meat & sauce, veggies, and cheese are layered between whole wheat tortillas for a hearty and tasty meal for the entire family.
5 from 2 votes
Yield: 6 servings
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil (sub: olive oil)
  • 1/2 large onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic (About 1-2 garlic cloves.)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (sub: ground turkey or chicken)
  • 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes & green chiles, drained
  • 1 (8-ounce) can red enchilada sauce (I love Siete brand's gluten-free sauce.)
  • 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans (Look for organic or one with no trans fat, preservatives, or additives.)
  • 6 (8-inhc) whole wheat flour tortillas (sub: 9 corn tortillas)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray a 9-inch pie pan or 8x8 casserole dish with cooking spray.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmery. Saute the onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic during the last 30 seconds. Add the ground beef and saute until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 4-5 minutes. Drain off the grease, if desired.
  3. Stir in the drained tomatoes & chilis, and enchilada sauce. Stir mixture thoroughly, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. While meat mixture simmers, warm up the refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments or in a pot on the stove over low heat, stirring until softened. Spread a thin layer of refried beans (a generous 1/4 cup) on one side of each tortilla. Set aside. (Note: If using corn tortillas, cut 3 of them in half. Then use 1 1/2 corn tortillas per layer in the next step.)
  5. In the bottom of the dish, spread 1/3 cup of the meat mixture. Cover with a tortilla (bean-side up), followed by 1/3 cup meat mixture, and then 1/4 cup shredded cheese, spreading the ingredients out evenly. Repeat tortilla/beans, meat, and cheese pattern until all the tortillas are used up, ending with the cheese on top. 
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes (perhaps longer if using a ceramic dish), or until cheese is melted and it's hot throughout. Serve slices warm with your favorite Mexican toppings, like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or diced avocado, sliced green onion, etc.

Freezer Instructions

Freeze For Later: Follow Steps 2-5. Cover the dish with a few layers of plastic wrap and/or foil, squeezing out any excess air. Freeze.
Prepare From Frozen: Thaw for 24-48 hours in the refrigerator. Bake as directed.

Notes/Tips

Gluten-Free Version: Use corn tortillas as directed in the recipe. Buy enchilada sauce that is gluten-free. I love Siete Red Enchilada Sauce.
Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free cheese like Daiya brand or leave out the cheese. Use guacamole to garnish to add creaminess.
ht: Big thanks to my friend, Darcie, for the inspiration for this recipe!

Nutrition

Calories: 451 kcal (23%) | Carbohydrates: 37 g (12%) | Protein: 31 g (62%) | Fat: 19 g (29%) | Cholesterol: 75 mg (25%) | Sodium: 1288 mg (56%) | Fiber: 8 g (33%) | Sugar: 8 g (9%)
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