Description
Layers of spicy Mexican goodness merge perfectly in Mexican Taco Lasagna, creating a mouthwatering fusion of comfort and zest. Cheesy, hearty, and packed with bold flavors, this dish promises a delightful culinary adventure you won’t soon forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
Vegetables and Legumes:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 ounces/411 grams) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounces/425 grams) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
Dairy and Additional Ingredients:
- 8–10 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Sliced jalapenos (optional for extra heat)
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to a toasty 350F (175C), preparing a sizzling Mexican-inspired culinary adventure.
- In a hefty skillet, transform ground beef with aromatic onions and garlic, searing until meat browns and onions turn translucent. Eliminate excess grease for a cleaner flavor profile.
- Infuse the meat mixture with vibrant taco seasoning, plump diced tomatoes, hearty black beans, and sweet corn. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld harmoniously.
- Create a preliminary salsa foundation in a 9×13 inch baking vessel, ensuring a moist base for the layers to come.
- Artfully arrange tortillas across the salsa, trimming edges to create a perfect geometric fit within the dish.
- Generously cascade the seasoned beef mixture over the tortilla landscape, followed by a creamy sour cream blanket.
- Lavishly sprinkle a medley of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, creating a molten, golden tapestry.
- Repeat the layering ritual – tortillas, beef, sour cream, and cheese – culminating in a crowning cheese summit.
- Shroud the creation in aluminum foil, baking for 25 minutes. Unveil the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden masterpiece.
- Allow the lasagna a brief moment to settle, then slice and optionally embellish with fresh cilantro and fiery jalapeño slivers.
Notes
- Meat Swap: Ground turkey or plant-based crumbles work perfectly for a leaner or vegetarian version of this taco lasagna.
- Spice Control: Adjust the heat by selecting mild or hot taco seasoning, or create a homemade blend to control sodium and spice levels.
- Cheese Flexibility: Mix different cheese varieties like pepper jack or queso fresco for unique flavor profiles and added depth.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Assemble the lasagna a day ahead and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve for convenience and enhanced flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg