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Mexican Lasagna Recipe

Mexican Lasagna Recipe
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A delicious twist on traditional lasagna, this Mexican Lasagna is packed with flavorful ingredients like seasoned ground beef, black beans, and gooey cheese, all layered between corn tortillas. Perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends!

Ingredients

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For the Meat Mixture:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 cloves)
  • 1/4 cup taco seasoning (2 packets)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 14.5 ounce fire roasted diced tomatoes (do not drain)
  • 4 ounce green chiles (1 can)
  • 15 ounce black beans (1 can, drained and rinsed)

For Layering:

  • 18 corn tortillas (divided)
  • 6 cups shredded jack and cheddar cheese (divided)
  • 1 medium tomato (1–2 tomatoes diced for garnish)
  • 1 bunch green onions (sliced for garnish)
  • sour cream (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13 casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Cook the meat: Cook ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onions soften.
  3. Add seasoning: Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes longer. Add taco seasoning and water, stirring well.
  4. Incorporate ingredients: Stir in the tomatoes (with juices), green chiles, and black beans. Heat through.
  5. Layering: Line the baking dish with tortillas, then spread meat mixture and cheese. Repeat layers.
  6. Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes until bubbly and cheese has melted.
  7. Garnish and serve: Top with diced tomatoes and green onions. Let it sit for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with sour cream.

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Keywords: Mexican Lasagna, Beef, Casserole, Mexican Recipe

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