🌮🧀 Mexican Lasagna 🧀🌮
A Cheesy, Layered Taco Night Favorite
If tacos and lasagna had a delicious mash-up, this Mexican Lasagna would be the result. Layers of soft corn tortillas, perfectly seasoned beef, black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and melted cheese come together in one cozy, flavor-packed casserole that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.
It’s everything you love about taco night—without the mess—and perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep.
⏱️ Recipe Overview
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
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Total Time: ~60 minutes
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Servings: 6–8
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Calories: ~540 per serving
📝 Ingredients
Meat & Filling:
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1 lb ground beef
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2 tsp minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
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¼ cup taco seasoning (about 2 packets)
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1 cup fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
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1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
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½ cup water or beef broth
Layers:
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10–12 corn tortillas
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2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
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1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
Optional Add-Ins:
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1 small onion, diced
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½ tsp cumin or smoked paprika
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Green chilies or jalapeños for heat
Toppings (Optional but Recommended):
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Sour cream
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Chopped cilantro
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Sliced avocado or guacamole
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Salsa or pico de gallo
🍽️ Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
2️⃣ Season the Filling
Stir in taco seasoning, fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, corn, and water or broth. Simmer for 5 minutes until thick and well combined.
3️⃣ Assemble the Layers
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Layer in this order:
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Thin layer of meat mixture
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Corn tortillas (tear to fit)
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More meat mixture
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Shredded cheese
Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.
4️⃣ Bake to Perfection
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.