Dorito Casserole (Serves 8-10)
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs ground beef (or substitute with 3 lbs if you prefer all beef)
- 1 lb ground turkey (optional, or you can use another pound of beef)
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) of cheddar cheese soup (Campbell’s or a similar brand)
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) of cream of chicken soup
- 2 cans (12 oz each) of evaporated milk
- 1 can (4 oz) of minced green chilis (mild or hot, depending on your spice preference)
- 1 family-size bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos (around 15 oz)
- 2-3 cups of shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or your favorite)
- Sour cream and salsa for topping
- Optional: Chopped onions and jalapeños (for added flavor)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the meat:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the 2 lbs of ground beef and 1 lb of ground turkey together until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- If you’re adding onions and jalapeños, now’s the time to sauté them with the meat (about ½ cup of diced onions and 1 diced jalapeño, depending on how spicy you like it).
- Once the meat is fully cooked, drain any excess grease from the pan.
- Prepare the sauce:
- After draining the meat, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the following:
- 2 cans of cheddar cheese soup
- 2 cans of cream of chicken soup
- 2 cans of evaporated milk
- 1 can of minced green chilis
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help the flavors meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Layer the casserole:
- In a large 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a layer of Doritos (about half the bag) on the bottom. Lightly crush them with your hands so they cover the base evenly but aren’t completely crumbled.
- Spoon half of the meat mixture over the Doritos, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese (about 1 to 1 ½ cups) on top of the meat mixture.
- Repeat the layers: add another layer of lightly crushed Doritos, followed by the rest of the meat mixture, and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake:
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Once out of the oven, let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes to set.
- Top with sour cream and salsa for added flavor, and serve!
Optional Add-ins:
- You can enhance the dish by adding black beans, corn, or diced tomatoes when mixing the meat and sauce.
- Add a bit of heat with some chopped jalapeños or hot sauce if you like it spicier.
This dish is customizable, so feel free to make adjustments based on what you have in your pantry!