Zesty Mexican Lasagna Delight Recipe
This zesty Mexican lasagna combines layers of tortillas, savory meat, beans, and cheese for a delicious and satisfying meal. It's easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 9-12 pieces corn tortillas
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz sweet corn, drained
- 1 can 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
- ½ cup freshly chopped cilantro
- 1 tsp olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the ground meat until browned.
- Add black beans, sweet corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spread a thin layer of salsa on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Layer 3-4 corn tortillas over the salsa, covering the base.
- Spoon half of the meat mixture over the tortillas, then add half of the sour cream and one-third of the cheese.
- Repeat with another layer of tortillas, remaining meat mixture, sour cream, and cheese.
- Top with a final layer of tortillas and spread remaining salsa and cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly, garnish with cilantro, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
For a fresh touch, garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.