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Taco Lasagna

Taco Lasagna: A Cozy Family Favorite for Taco Night

Taco Lasagna marries zesty Tex-Mex flavors with comforting layers, making it a delicious choice for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil or olive oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion chopped
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 lb Ground Beef (85% lean) or ground turkey/chicken
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Chili Powder or taco seasoning
  • 3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour omit for gluten-free
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin optional
  • 1 15-oz can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-oz jar Medium Salsa adjust spiciness to preference
For the Layers
  • 6 8-inch Flour Tortillas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Pepper Jack Cheese shredded
  • 1 14.75-oz can Creamed Corn or sweet corn
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Chopped Tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 13"x9" baking dish
  • Mixing Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 13"x9" baking dish with vegetable oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper, stirring occasionally for about 5–7 minutes until tender.
  3. Add minced garlic and ground beef, breaking up the meat. Cook for about 8–10 minutes until browned and fat is drained.
  4. Sprinkle in chili powder, ground cumin, and flour. Stir for a minute, allowing the spices to bloom.
  5. Incorporate black beans, salsa, and a splash of water. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. In the greased baking dish, layer meat mixture, flour tortillas, sharp cheddar, pepper jack, and creamed corn. Repeat layers and finish with tortillas and cheese.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes until bubbly with a golden cheesy top.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with tomatoes, cilantro, and sour cream. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe can easily accommodate a variety of dietary preferences such as gluten-free and vegetarian options.

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