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Mexican Lasagna

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This Mexican lasagna is a hearty layered casserole made with corn tortillas, seasoned ground beef, black beans, and lots of melted cheese for comforting Tex-Mex flavor.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Grandma’s Legacy, Main Dish
  • Method: Baking, Casserole
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

For the meat filling:

1 pound ground beef

1 medium yellow onion, diced

2 teaspoons garlic, minced (about 2 cloves)

¼ cup taco seasoning (about 2 packets)

½ cup water

1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, with juices

1 can (4 oz) green chiles

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

For assembly:

18 corn tortillas

6 cups shredded Jack and cheddar cheese blend

Optional toppings:

12 medium tomatoes, diced

1 bunch green onions, sliced

Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Cook the meat filling:
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and onion until the meat is no longer pink (about 6–8 minutes).
Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add taco seasoning and water; stir to combine.
Add diced tomatoes (with juices), green chiles, and black beans. Stir and let heat through for 3–4 minutes.

Assemble the layers:
Layer 6 corn tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish, overlapping slightly.
Spread one-third of the meat mixture on top, then sprinkle with 2 cups of cheese.
Repeat the layering (tortillas, meat, cheese) two more times for 3 total layers.

Bake:
Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30–40 minutes, until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Rest and serve:
Let sit for 10 minutes before slicing. Top with diced tomatoes, green onions, and sour cream.

Notes

The 10-minute resting time helps the lasagna hold its shape.

Assemble ahead and refrigerate overnight for easy baking later.

Swap in jalapeños, corn, or pinto beans for a personalized twist.

Fire-roasted tomatoes add smoky depth, but regular diced tomatoes work too.

Leftovers are even better the next day and reheat well.