Crispy Southwestern Lasagna Recipe

Name: Crispy Southwestern Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground sirloin; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice; 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; salt and pepper; 2 egg whites; 2 cups low fat cottage cheese or 2 cups fat-free cottage cheese; 14 (6 inch) corn tortillas or (6 inch) flour tortillas, cut into quarters; 1 (15 1/4 ounce) can corn, drained; 8 ounces reduced-fat monterey jack cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1 lb ground sirloin
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon minced garlic
salt and pepper
2 egg whites
2 cups low fat cottage cheese or 2 cups fat-free cottage cheese
14 (6 inch) corn tortillas or (6 inch) flour tortillas, cut into quarters
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can corn, drained
8 ounces reduced-fat monterey jack cheese, shredded

1
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F.
2
In a large non-stick skillet, cook the meat over medium heat until done, and drain any excess liquid.
3
Add the tomatoes and juice, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper; set aside.
4
In a small bowl, blend the egg whites and cottage cheese well; set aside.
5
In a 13x9x2-inch non-stick baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray, place six quartered tortillas.
6
Layer all the corn, half the meat mixture, half the cheese, four quartered tortillas, then all of the cottage cheee mixture, the remaining half of the meat mixture, and the remaining four quartered tortillas, and top with the remaining cheese.
7
Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Serve.

1838

kcal

Calories

Fat

275

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground sirloin, 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice, 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained, 2 teaspoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Crispy Southwestern Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crispy Southwestern Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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