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Mexican lasagna
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Mexican Lasagna Recipe {Easy}

A delicious Mexican recipe for a family dinner.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Yield: 8 servings
Calories: 928cal
Author: Melissa
Cost: $15

Materials

  • 1&1/2 lbs. ground beef - sirloin or very lean
  • 2 14 oz. stewed tomatoes
  • 1 medium vidalia onion chopped
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ tsp. chili powder
  • ½ tsp. table salt
  • ¼ tsp. ground black pepper
  • 4 10 in. flour tortillas You can also use 6 inch flour tortillas - you'll probably use around 6
  • 3 cups Mexican Cheese Blend shredded
  • 1 2 oz. black olives sliced - drained

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, brown the beef - drain if necessary
  • Add tomatoes, onion and spices
  • Simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes
  • Arrange 1 layer of tortillas on the bottom of the pan - overlapping if needed
  • Cover tortillas with half of the beef mixture
  • Sprinkle half of the cheese over the beef
  • Repeat layers of tortillas, beef and then cheese
  • Sprinkle with olives
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes
  • Serve with your favorite taco toppings such as...sour cream, chopped tomatoes, chopped chives, black beans, and guacamole

Notes

nutrition facts are only an estimate 
Recipe Variations:
  • Add drained black beans and drained sweet corn to the beef mixture. Cook along with beef, tomatoes, and onions
Side suggestion:
  • Spanish rice, refried beans and guacamole
Topping Suggestions:
  • sour cream, tomatoes, chives, diced jalapeno

What are good add-ins for a Mexican Lasagna Recipe?

  • Enchilada sauce poured on the bottom and/or over the top layer
  • Green Chile mixed into the beef mixture
  • Canned Corn - drained - mixed into beef mixture
  • Black Beans - drained - mixed into beef mixture
  • Sour Cream - layer on top and under a layer of cheese
  • Salsa - added to beef mixture and cooked down
  • Rice - added to beef mixture
  • Rotelle

Can you make Mexican Lasagna Ahead of Time?

  • You can make Mexican Lasagna up to 1 day in advance. Cover before baking and refrigerate until ready to bake

How Long will Mexican Lasagna Last in the Fridge?

  • Covered and refrigerated, Mexican Lasagna can last up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave leftovers

Nutrition

Calories: 928cal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 64g | Fat: 71g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 29g | Trans Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 247mg | Sodium: 669mg | Potassium: 943mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 550mg | Iron: 6mg