Description
A hearty and comforting Mexican lasagna layered with seasoned beef, tortillas, beans, salsa, and melted cheese. This crowd-pleasing casserole blends bold flavors with a classic baked dish feel.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 oz taco seasoning packet
1/2 cup water
4 oz mild green chilis
15 oz black beans
17.5 oz flour tortillas
16 oz mild chunky salsa
8 oz sharp cheddar cheese
8 oz Monterey Jack cheese
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Sour cream
Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in salt, black pepper, taco seasoning, and water. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened.
- Add green chilis and black beans, mix well, and remove from heat.
- Spread a thin layer of salsa in a baking dish. Add a layer of flour tortillas, cutting as needed to fit.
- Layer with beef mixture, salsa, and a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with cilantro, diced tomatoes, and serve with sour cream.
Notes
Substitute ground beef with chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
For a vegetarian version, omit meat and add extra beans, corn, or sautéed vegetables.
Use spicier salsa or add jalapeños for extra heat.
Mix in cream cheese between layers for a creamier texture.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for best texture or microwave individual portions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
