Cook until meat is browned and no longer pink. Add 1 cup tomatoes, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
1 cup tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste
Remove from heat and transfer mixture into greased baking dish.
Top with ¼ cup pickled jalapeños and ⅓ cup cheddar cheese.
¼ cup pickled jalapeños, ⅓ cup cheddar cheese
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Serve with your preferred toppings, and enjoy!
Notes
Placing a cold baking dish straight into a hot oven can cause the glass to crack. Allow the baking dish to come to room temperature before putting it in the oven.
Include cream cheese or sour cream to add a creamy richness and elevate the flavor profile.
Use grass-fed beef instead of lean ground beef to increase the healthy fat content of this casserole.
To make it spicier, add more jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef mixture before baking.
Tomato sauce or diced tomatoes can be substituted for crushed tomatoes.
Ground beef mixture can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to three days before preparing the casserole.