Tortilla Casserole (Mexican Lasagne) Recipe

Name: Tortilla Casserole (Mexican Lasagne)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef; 1/2 md. onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1/4 tsp. cumin,; to taste; 1 clove garlic (optional); 2 cans (14 oz. each) Rotel Tomatoes and Green Chiles, lightly drained; 1/2 cup salsa; 2 cans (1 lb. each) Ranch style black beans, drained; 1 can (1 lb.) white shoepeg corn; 6 to 8 oz. Monterrey Jack cheese, grated; 6 to 8 oz. Cheddar cheese, grated; 4 to 6 md. (8-inch) flour tortillas; Salad, tomatoes, olives, sour cream, and green onions, to garnish

Servings: persons

1 lb. ground beef
1/2 md. onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/4 tsp. cumin,
to taste
1 clove garlic (optional)
2 cans (14 oz. each) Rotel Tomatoes and Green Chiles, lightly drained
1/2 cup salsa
2 cans (1 lb. each) Ranch style black beans, drained
1 can (1 lb.) white shoepeg corn
6 to 8 oz. Monterrey Jack cheese, grated
6 to 8 oz. Cheddar cheese, grated
4 to 6 md. (8-inch) flour tortillas
Salad, tomatoes, olives, sour cream, and green onions, to garnish

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Brown ground beef in a large skillet; when meat is half-cooked add onion, green pepper and garlic, if desired.
3
Cook until onions are clear.
4
Add Rotel tomatoes, salsa, beans, corn and cumin to taste; bring to a boil.
5
Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes or until sauce begins to thicken.
6
Remove from heat.
7
Layer one-third of meat mixture in a 13x9-inch glass pan.
8
Cover meat mixture with a singe layer of tortillas; layer one-third of the cheeses.
9
Cover with another third of the meat mixture, tortillas, and one third of the cheese.
10
Top casserole with the remaining meat and cheese.
11
Bake until sauce bubbles and cheese on top is melted, about 35 to 45 minutes.
12
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
13
Top with salad and desired garnish.

2259

kcal

Calories

126

Fat

157

Carbs

128

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. ground beef, 1/2 md. onion, chopped, 1 green bell pepper, chopped, 1/4 tsp. cumin,, and more.

Yes, Tortilla Casserole (Mexican Lasagne) 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.

Tortilla Casserole (Mexican Lasagne)

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