mexican taco lasagna

Mexican taco lasagna is a delicious twist on traditional lasagna, combining the flavors of tacos and lasagna into one hearty and satisfying dish. Here’s a recipe for Mexican taco lasagna:Ingredients:

For the Meat Filling:

• 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

For the Layering:

• 12-15 small corn tortillas
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
• Chopped fresh cilantro and green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Meat Filling:
   • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
   • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook for a few minutes until the onion is translucent.
   • Stir in the taco seasoning mix, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn kernels. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Assemble the Lasagna:
   • In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom.
   • Place a layer of corn tortillas on top of the sauce, overlapping slightly to cover the bottom of the dish.
4. Layer the Meat Mixture:
   • Spoon half of the meat mixture over the tortillas.
5. Add Cheese:
   • Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the meat.
6. Repeat Layers:
   • Place another layer of tortillas over the cheese.
   • Add the remaining meat mixture.
7. Final Layers:
   • Place a final layer of tortillas over the meat.
   • Spread the sour cream evenly over the top layer of tortillas.
   • Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the sour cream.
   • Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
8. Bake:
   • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the lasagna is heated through and the cheese is melted.
9. Serve:
   • Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it cool slightly.
   • Garnish with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives (if using), chopped cilantro, and green onions.
10. Slice and Enjoy:
    • Slice the Mexican taco lasagna into squares and serve hot.

This Mexican taco lasagna is a crowd-pleaser and a perfect dish for a family dinner or potluck. Customize it with your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, or jalapeños for extra flavor.