“OMG, I tried this last night and my taste buds are still partying!”
Easy Mexican Taco Lasagna combines the best of two beloved dishes: tacos and lasagna. It offers the familiar flavors of tacos layered between soft corn tortillas and melted cheese, creating a delightful fusion of Tex-Mex and Italian cuisines.
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Ingredients:
| INGREDIENT | AMOUNT |
|---|---|
| Lean ground beef | 1 pound |
| Taco seasoning mix | 1 (11 oz) package |
| Canned diced tomatoes with juice | 1 (14 oz) can |
| Soft corn tortillas | 10-12 |
| Salsa | 1 cup |
| Shredded Colby cheese | ½ cup |
| Mexican or taco-style cheese | As needed |
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the lean ground beef until it’s browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
- Add Seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning mix and the diced tomatoes with their juice. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Line the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish with half of the soft corn tortillas, ensuring they cover the bottom evenly.
- Layer Beef Mixture: Spoon the cooked ground beef mixture evenly over the layer of tortillas in the baking dish.
- Top with Tortillas: Place the remaining soft corn tortillas on top of the beef mixture, creating another layer.
- Spread Salsa: Pour the salsa evenly over the top layer of tortillas, spreading it out to cover the surface.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded Colby cheese (or your preferred cheese) over the salsa layer, ensuring it covers the entire dish.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Once the Easy Mexican Taco Lasagna is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice into portions and serve hot.
- Enjoy: Grab a fork and dig into your delicious Easy Mexican Taco Lasagna! Enjoy the flavorful combination of taco-inspired ingredients in every bite.
