Taco Lasagna Fusion Dish (Print Version)

A layered Tex-Mex inspired dish featuring seasoned meat, beans, and melted cheese for hearty meals.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
06 - 1 can (14 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 1 cup corn kernels, fresh, frozen, or canned and drained

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 2 tbsp taco seasoning
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

→ Pasta

11 - 9 oven-ready lasagna noodles

→ Dairy

12 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 7 oz)
13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 3.5 oz)
14 - 1 cup sour cream (8 fl oz)

→ Garnishes (optional)

15 - Sliced jalapeños
16 - Chopped fresh cilantro
17 - Sliced green onions

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through, then remove from heat.
05 - Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture on the bottom of the baking dish. Layer 3 lasagna noodles over it, followed by a third of the remaining meat mixture, a third of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and several dollops of sour cream.
06 - Repeat the layering process two more times, finishing with cheese on top.
07 - Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
08 - Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
09 - Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with jalapeños, cilantro, and green onions if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Bold taco flavor in every bite
  • Easy to customize for dietary needs
02 -
  • Lasagna noodles do not require pre-boiling if oven-ready is used.
  • Can be assembled in advance and baked when needed.
03 -
  • Swap ground meat for lentils or plant-based mince for a vegetarian twist.
  • Make a double batch and freeze one for busy nights.
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