Beef and Cheese Tortilla Towers
Elevate your dinner game with these hearty Beef and Cheese Tortilla Towers! Layered with seasoned ground beef, black beans, and melted cheese, this dish is a crowd-pleaser. Paired with a refreshing Cantaloupe-Mango Salsa, it’s a perfect combination of savory and sweet. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef (95% lean)
16 oz chunky salsa
¾ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
7 small whole wheat tortillas
Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Cantaloupe-Mango Salsa:
1 cup coarsely chopped mango
1 cup coarsely chopped cantaloupe
⅛ to ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
Instructions
1
Cook Beef: In a large nonstick skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat for 8-10 minutes. Drain, then stir in salsa, beans, and cumin. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until heated.
2
Assemble Towers: Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Layer tortillas with beef mixture and cheese, repeating twice. Top with remaining cheese and bake for 12-15 minutes.
3
Prepare Salsa: Mix mango, cantaloupe, and crushed red pepper in a small bowl.
4
Serve: Cut towers into wedges, garnish with cilantro, and serve with salsa.
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