Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 packet (30 g) Store-bought Taco Seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Beef or Chicken Stock
  • 1 cup Full-fat Sour Cream
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 can (15 oz) Sweetcorn, drained
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn kernels
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • Pinch of Black Pepper
  • 6 oz Tortilla Chips, lightly crushed
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Coriander (Cilantro), for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease the 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and brown thoroughly, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off all excess grease.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes). Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in taco seasoning and stock. Bring to a simmer and cook until the liquid has mostly evaporated and the meat is well-coated and thick (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
  5. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, drained canned corn, frozen corn, salt, and pepper. Mix vigorously until everything is smooth and fully combined.
  6. Assemble Layer 1 (The Crunch): Spread the lightly crushed tortilla chips evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
  7. Assemble Layer 2 (The Meat): Spoon the seasoned ground beef mixture evenly over the chip layer. Press down gently with the spatula.
  8. Assemble Layer 3 (The Cream): Carefully dollop and spread the creamy corn mixture over the meat layer, ensuring even coverage right up to the edges.
  9. Assemble Layer 4 (The Cheese Top): Sprinkle the 2 cups of shredded cheese evenly over the top layer.
  10. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown, and the filling is heated through the centre.
  11. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.