How to Make Mexican Lasagna I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mexican cuisine is known for its bold flavors and vibrant ingredients, and this recipe for Mexican Lasagna I is no exception. This hearty and satisfying dish brings together the best of both worlds - the comforting layers of traditional lasagna and the zesty, spicy flavors of Mexican cuisine. With layers of seasoned ground beef, tangy salsa, creamy cheese, and tender tortillas, this dish is sure to become a new family favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 12 uncooked lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 ½ cups picante sauce
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 2 (2 ounce) cans sliced black olives
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine beef, beans, oregano, cumin and garlic powder.
  • Place 4 uncooked noodles in bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Spread half of beef mixure over noodles. Top with 4 noodles. Spread with remaining mixure, and top with remaining noodles.
  • In a medium bowl, mix water and picante sauce. Pour evenly over layers. Cover tightly with foil.
  • Bake 1 1/2 hours in the preheated oven, or until noodles are tender.
  • Blend sour cream and olives in a medium bowl. Spoon over lasagna, and top with Jack and Cheddar cheese. Bake uncovered until cheese melts, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    804 cal.

    • Total Fat: 48g
    • Saturated Fat: 25g
    • Cholesterol: 132mg
    • Sodium: 1340mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 467mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 971mg

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