Mexican Lasagna Layered Beef Casserole
Craving comfort food with a bold twist? This Mexican Lasagna Layered Beef Casserole delivers layers of seasoned beef, gooey cheese, and tender tortillas baked to golden perfection. It’s the ultimate easy dinner idea—perfect for quick weeknight meals, meal prepping, or feeding a hungry crowd. This easy recipe brings together Tex-Mex flavors in a cozy, cheesy casserole that’s sure to become one of your go-to dinner ideas.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Baking dish
Ingredients
- 450 g ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup salsa
- 8 medium flour or corn tortillas
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Brown the beef and aromatics: In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant. Drain excess fat.
- Season and simmer: Stir in taco seasoning, tomato sauce, and salsa. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Prepare the tortillas: Lightly toast tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
- Layer the casserole: In a greased baking dish, layer beef mixture, tortillas, and cheese. Repeat, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake to perfection: Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and serve: Rest 5 minutes before slicing. Top with sour cream, cilantro, and diced tomatoes.
Notes
Lightly toasting tortillas helps them hold their structure. Add chopped jalapeños for extra heat.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 950mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 3.5mg
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