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Mexican Lasagna (Tex-Mex Tortilla Casserole)

A layered Tex-Mex casserole made with tortillas, seasoned meat, beans, and melted cheese for a comforting and flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 500 g ground beef
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1 cup corn
  • 2 cups salsa
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 6-8 tortillas
  • 3 cups shredded cheese

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing spoon
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Cook ground beef until browned.
  3. Add onion and garlic, cook until softened.
  4. Stir in remaining ingredients and simmer.
  5. Layer tortillas, meat mixture, and cheese.
  6. Repeat layers and top with cheese.
  7. Bake covered, then uncover to melt cheese.

Notes

Customize with chicken or vegetarian filling.