Mexican Lasagna Recipe

Name: Mexican Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. lean ground meat; 1 onion, chopped; 1 can Ro-Tel diced chilies and tomatoes; 1 small can chopped green chilies, drained; 1 smal can ripe olives, drained; 1 pkg. McCormick mild taco seasoning; 1 jar Pace mild chunky salsa; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese; flour tortillas; 10 oz. Monterey Jack cheese

Servings: persons

1
Brown meat and drain excess fat.
2
Add chopped onion, taco seasoning, Ro-Tel tomatoes and salsa to meat.
3
Simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
4
Pam oblong baking dish.
5
Divide number of flour tortillas it will take to cover mixture in dish.
6
Spread cream cheese on tortillas, using whole package of cheese.
7
Spread 1/2 meat mixture in dish.
8
Cover with cheese topped tortillas, cheese side up. Sprinkle with olives and green chiles.
9
Cover with additional tortillas.
10
Cover with rest of meat mixture.
11
Sprinkle liberally with Jack cheese.
12
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 to 40 minutes.
13
Remove from oven.
14
Let set 10 to 15 minutes.
15
Cut in squares and serve with chips.

484

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* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. lean ground meat, 1 onion, chopped, 1 can Ro-Tel diced chilies and tomatoes, 1 small can chopped green chilies, drained, and more.

Yes, Mexican 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!

Mexican Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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