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Taco Lasagna

Taco Lasagna: The Ultimate Fusion Comfort Food You’ll Love

Taco Lasagna is a comforting fusion of Mexican and Italian flavors that will please your family and friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef swap for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning use homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed well
  • 1 cup Corn fresh, canned, or frozen
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies drained before mixing
For the Cheesy Layers
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese try a Mexican cheese blend for extra pizazz
  • 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese swap with pepper jack for spicy kick
For the Lasagna Structure
  • 6 medium Flour Tortillas corn tortillas for gluten-free option
For the Creamy Touch
  • 1 cup Sour Cream serve extra on the side
For the Fresh Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • spatula
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Taco Lasagna
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef for 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in black beans, corn, and drained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Spread salsa on the bottom of a baking dish. Place two tortillas on the salsa.
  5. Layer half of the beef mixture, sour cream, and cheeses. Repeat with remaining tortillas, beef mixture, sour cream, and cheese.
  6. Top with final tortillas and cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and garnish with green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Taco Lasagna can be prepped ahead and stored for easy meals. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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