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Dolly Parton's 5-Ingredient Casserole

A delightful casserole recipe by Dolly Parton that combines ground beef, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and cheddar cheese, perfect for busy families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Main protein source.
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 can (15 ounces) corn Sweet corn for flavor.
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies Adds moisture and zest.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Creates a creamy topping.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Prep your ingredients by measuring out the ground beef, rinsing the black beans and corn, and chopping any additional vegetables.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, and cook until browned (7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalProtein: 25gSodium: 800mg

Notes

Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to help the layers set.

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