Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, and even though most Americans don’t even know the history of this day it is widely celebrated, especially in the southwest and southern states. Cinco de Mayo celebrates the victory of the small Mexican army over the powerful French army at Puebla during the French invasion. This win, albeit small was a source of much needed pride and unity for the Mexican people. Today, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the US and in parts of Mexico as a day of Mexican culture, heritage and pride.
I thought I’d add a family favorite Mexican recipe today, in case you need something new and different for this year’s Cinco de Mayo celebration. I originally found this recipe on 3 Boys and a Dog.
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup frozen corn thawed and drained
- 2 cups tortilla chips slightly crushed
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
- 12 oz chunky salsa mild or medium
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tbsp chili powder
- seasoned salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 350° F.
- Spray a 2qt casserole dish with non-stick spray and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat add the ground beef, chili powder, seasoned salt and black pepper.
- Brown the beef until fully cooked.
- Drain off the fat.
- Add the corn, mayonnaise, and salsa.
- Mix well.
- Layer the ingredients in the prepared casserole dish, distributing evenly as follows:
- Half of the meat.
- Half of the chips.
- Half of the cheese.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Cover with aluminum foil.
- Place in oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream
We also like to make this without the chips in it and use it as a dip!
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This looks so utterly good. I personally couldn’t cook it in my house because I’d be the only one eating it, but I’d love to sink my teeth into it. Thanks for sharing it.
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Crystal, I’m sorry no one else would eat it! Maybe you can make it for a church potluck-then you could eat some of it!
Yummy! This looks super simple….like the layers of tex-mex flavors. Found at show and tell sat. Have a great weekend:0
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Rachel, Thanks for stopping by! I’m sure you’ll love the recipe.
Stopping by from Weekend No Rules Blog Hop! 🙂
That recipe sounds so good. Thanks for sharing!
Anna, Thanks for stopping by. I hope you enjoy the recipe!
This looks so yummy…our family loves anything even remotely related to Mexican food! It’s similar to a recipe I’ve done before, but going to have to try this!
Enjoy, Rhonda!
I love the idea of adding corn. I add it to everything, but never thought to add it to nachos! Thanks for the idea. 🙂
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Terra, The corn really is a nice addition to this dish.
Stopping by from Turn It Up Tuesday. This sounds delicious, I must try it.
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Enjoy! Rhonda!
I love nacho’s but haven’t tried it in a casserole.
Pinning. Thanks for linking up at the Bloggers Brags Weekly Pinterest Party
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Tamara, thanks for pinning. It is a new twist on an old favorite.
I’m definitely going to have to give this a try! My boys and I love nachos and this looks so delicious, I’m glad I found you on Linkn Blogs #23.
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Silvie, thanks for stopping by! Enjoy the recipe.
I will definitely need to try this! Thanks for linking up last weeks with the Tasty Tuesday’s Link-up. I have finally pinned your post to the Tasty’s Tuesday’s Pinterest Board! 🙂 This is why I am having co-hosts!
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One word: YUM! Omg, I’m dying to EAT this! Found you via Inspire Me Wednesday, and please consider me inspired to make this tonight. ahah
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Madaline, I hope you liked it!
I bet my kids would love this! I’m swinging by from Cast Party Wednesday to check out your YUMMY looking post and invite you to my link party, The Yuck Stops Here. This week’s party is open until Sunday at 8pm ET and can be found at http://mommasangelbaby.com/?p=2463 and next week’s party starts on Tuesday at 8pm ET and can be found at http://mommasangelbaby.com/?p=2474. I hope to see you there! HUGS
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Cheryl, I hope you kids like this recipe!!