Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Taco Lasagna Recipe, a delicious fusion of traditional Italian and vibrant Mexican flavors. Layers of soft tortillas, seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese, and zesty salsa come together to create an irresistible dish that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this hearty meal is sure to impress with its satisfying textures and rich taste. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s a fantastic option whether you’re cooking for a crowd or enjoying a cozy night in. Serve it hot with fresh toppings like cilantro, sour cream, or avocado slices for an extra burst of flavor. Make your next meal memorable with this delightful Taco Lasagna!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 flour or corn tortillas (8 inch)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black or pinto beans (rinsed and drained)
- 2 cans (16 ounces) refried beans
- 4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 green bell pepper (finely diced)
- 1 can (7 ounces) diced green chiles
- 3 cups salsa
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, onion, garlic, and bell pepper until the meat is browned.
- Stir in rinsed beans, refried beans, chiles, salsa, taco seasoning, salt, pepper, cornstarch mixed with water; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Layer tortillas in the casserole dish and spread some meat mixture followed by cheese; repeat layering until all ingredients are used up.
- Bake covered with foil for 20 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before cutting into squares; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg