OMG this was deeeelicious! Halved the recipe and cooked it an 8×8 and turned out AMAZING.
Easy Taco Lasagna
A fun Tex-Mex spin on traditional lasagna, this dish swaps out pasta sheets for soft flour tortillas. Layers of seasoned ground beef, tangy salsa, creamy sour cream, and lots of melted cheese come together for a delicious and hearty weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Lean Ground Beef | 1 lb |
| Olive Oil | 1 Tbsp |
| Red Onion (chopped) | 1 medium |
| Garlic (minced) | 2 cloves |
| Taco Seasoning | ¼ cup |
| Flour Tortillas (6-inch) | 12 |
| Salsa | 24 oz |
| Sour Cream | 1 cup |
| Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend | 3 cups |
| Water | ½ cup (adjust as needed) |
| Green Chiles (optional) | 1 can, drained |
| Black Beans (drained) | 1 can |
Instructions:
Step 1: Prep & Preheat (10 minutes)
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Chop the red onion finely and mince the garlic.
Step 2: Cook the Beef (10 minutes)
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned through. Stir in the taco seasoning and about ½ cup of water (adjust as needed), then simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Step 3: Assemble the Layers (10 minutes)
- Layer 1 (Bottom): Spread a thin layer of salsa across the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Arrange four tortillas on top, overlapping slightly if needed.
- Layer 2 (Filling): Spread one-third of the beef mixture over the tortillas. Add a layer of black beans, green chiles (if using), salsa, and shredded cheese.
Step 4: Repeat & Finish (5 minutes)
Repeat the filling layer two more times, creating three layers total. Top everything with a generous layer of shredded cheese. Spoon dollops of sour cream evenly over the top.
Step 5: Bake & Serve (25-35 minutes)
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the taco lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
