Mexican Taco Lasagna
Get ready for a fiesta of flavors with Mexican Taco Lasagna, where traditional Mexican elements blend harmoniously with the comfort of Italian lasagna. This delicious dish features layers of seasoned ground beef, tortillas, zesty salsa, melted cheese, and all the favorite taco toppings. In this article, we present a comprehensive recipe with a table sheet format for ingredients, making it a breeze to whip up this tantalizing fusion dish.
Ingredients:
Gather all the essential ingredients for this delightful Mexican Taco Lasagna using the table sheet format below:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Lean Ground Beef | 1 pound |
| Corn Tortillas | 12 |
| Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend | 2 cups |
| Salsa (your preferred heat level) | 1 cup |
| Enchilada Sauce | 1 cup |
| Black Beans (cooked and drained) | 1 can |
| Corn Kernels (frozen or canned, drained) | 1 cup |
| Taco Seasoning Mix | 1 packet |
| Diced Green Chilies | 1 can |
| Chopped Fresh Cilantro | 1/4 cup |
| Sour Cream | 1/2 cup |
| Sliced Jalapeños (optional) | To taste |
| Chopped Scallions (optional) | To taste |
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook the lean ground beef over medium-high heat until it’s no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
- Season with Taco Mix: Add the taco seasoning mix to the cooked ground beef, following the instructions on the packet. Mix well until the beef is evenly coated with the seasoning.
- Layer the Casserole: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce to prevent sticking. Arrange a layer of corn tortillas to cover the bottom.
- Add Beef and Beans: Spread half of the seasoned ground beef over the tortilla layer. Then, add a layer of black beans and corn kernels.
- Cheese and Salsa: Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Mexican cheese blend over the beans and corn. Pour half of the salsa evenly over the cheese.
- Repeat Layers: Create a second layer using corn tortillas, the remaining seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn kernels, shredded cheese, and salsa.
- Final Touches: Top the lasagna with diced green chilies and chopped fresh cilantro for added flavor and freshness.
- Bake to Perfection: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the lasagna is heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the foil and garnish the Mexican Taco Lasagna with sliced jalapeños and chopped scallions, if desired. Serve it hot with a dollop of sour cream on each serving.
