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Cheesy Mexican Lasagna Recipe

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This Cheesy Mexican Lasagna is a flavorful, layered casserole combining seasoned ground meat, rice, tortillas, and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it’s baked until bubbly and golden, then topped with fresh garnishes for an authentic Mexican-inspired comfort meal.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

  • 1.5 pounds ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
  • 15 ounce can corn, drained

Seasonings and Sauces

  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2 cups salsa
  • ¼ cup taco sauce or enchilada sauce
  • ⅓ cup water

Other Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups cooked rice
  • 3–4 burrito-size tortillas (or 5–6 large tortillas)
  • 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Sour cream, for garnish
  • Chopped tomatoes, for garnish
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish
  • Additional taco sauce or enchilada sauce, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat to 425°F (220°C) and spray a 9×13 inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Meat and Onions: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef or turkey with chopped onion, cooking and stirring occasionally until meat is fully cooked and onions are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Drain Excess Grease: Carefully drain any excess grease from the skillet to reduce fat and prevent greasiness.
  4. Add Seasonings and Sauces: Stir in taco seasoning, salsa, taco or enchilada sauce, and ⅓ cup water until fully combined.
  5. Add Corn and Rice, Simmer: Mix in drained corn and cooked rice, letting the mixture simmer gently on low heat for 5-6 minutes to meld flavors and thicken slightly.
  6. Assemble Lasagna Layers: Spread half the meat mixture evenly in the prepared casserole dish. Layer tortillas over the meat, sprinkle half of shredded cheddar cheese, add remaining meat mixture, then another layer of tortillas, and top with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake: Place casserole in preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  8. Cool and Garnish: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with sour cream, chopped tomatoes, green onions, and additional taco or enchilada sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey instead of beef for a leaner dish.
  • Fresh or leftover cooked rice both work well.
  • Add jalapeños or hot salsa to increase spiciness.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in oven or microwave.
  • For gluten-free, substitute corn tortillas for flour tortillas.

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