Mexican Lasagna
Mexican lasagna is a flavorful twist on the classic dish, featuring layers of soft tortillas, seasoned meat, and gooey cheese. This easy-to-make recipe brings together the comforting essence of Mexican cuisine with the beloved structure of lasagna. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in, this dish promises to delight your taste buds with every cheesy bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 can (15 oz) refried beans
- 2 cups salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh or pickled jalapeños
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Brown the ground meat over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, combine cooked meat, refried beans, and half of the salsa.
- Spread a thin layer of salsa in the baking dish.
- Layer tortillas over salsa, followed by half of the meat-bean mixture and some cheese.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used up; top with tortillas and remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving topped with sour cream and jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Swap ground beef for turkey or add black beans for extra protein. Toast tortillas lightly to prevent sogginess and enhance flavor.