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Mexican Lasagna

Mexican Lasagna
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Mexican Lasagna is a vibrant and flavorful twist on traditional lasagna, expertly crafted to combine layers of seasoned beef, hearty beans, and melted cheese between soft flour tortillas. This dish is not only a crowd-pleaser for family meals but also an ideal choice for casual get-togethers. With its rich blend of spices and cheesy goodness, you’ll have a satisfying meal ready in under an hour. Perfectly customizable with your favorite ingredients, this Mexican Lasagna makes every dining experience unique and delightful.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 ounce packet taco seasoning
  • ½ cup water
  • 4 ounce can of mild chopped green chilis
  • 15 ounce can seasoned black beans
  • 10 flour tortillas (8-inch soft taco size)
  • 16 ounce jar mild chunky salsa
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sour cream
  • Roma tomatoes (seeds removed and diced)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with diced onion, salt, and pepper until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, water, green chilis, and black beans; cook until moisture evaporates.
  4. Layer two tortillas in the baking dish, add one-third of the meat mixture, half a cup of salsa, and a mix of shredded cheeses.
  5. Repeat layering two more times: tortillas, meat mixture, salsa, and cheese.
  6. Finish with another layer of tortillas topped with remaining meat mixture, salsa, and cheese.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let cool for 15 minutes before serving with sour cream and diced tomatoes on top.

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