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Mexican Lasagna

Mexican Lasagna is a flavorful twist on classic lasagna, layering tortillas instead of noodles with seasoned ground beef, beans, sauce, and plenty of melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, it’s a hearty dish the whole family will love!
Course Main Course
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 8

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Large knife
  • Large skillet
  • Silicone spatula
  • 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 oz packet taco seasoning
  • 2 - 10 oz cans enchilada sauce
  • 6 large burrito size flour tortillas
  • 10 oz can Rotel drained
  • 15.25 oz can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 16 oz can refried beans
  • 16 oz colby jack cheese shredded
  • 2 Green onions to garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook the ground beef with diced onion in a large skillet, breaking it up as it cooks, until no longer pink.
  • Add the taco seasoning, rotel, black beans, refried beans and enchilada sauce, cook over medium heat for a few minutes until warm.
  • Pour a small amount of the mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish and spread to the edges.
  • Cut the tortillas in half, then cut two of the halves in half again..
  • Arrange two tortilla halves in the bottom of the pan, rounded edge towards the center. At the top and bottom of the pan, fill in the gap with a quarter size tortilla.
  • Top with one third of the meat and sauce mixture, then sprinkle one third of the cheese mixture.
  • Repeat steps 6 and 7 again for a second layer.
  • For the third layer, you will use 4 tortilla halves as the casserole dish gets a tad wider towards the top. Then top with the remaining meat and sauce mixture and sprinkle the rest of the cheese.
  • Cover with aluminum foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and broil for a few minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
  • Remove from the oven, top with sliced green onions and allow to stand a few minutes before cutting and serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave in 30-second intervals, or cover with foil and warm in the oven at 325 degrees until heated through. This one reheats really well, making it a great candidate for meal prep.