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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Add extras: Stir in salsa, black beans, and corn if using. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Layer it up:
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, start with a layer of tortillas (tear to fit if needed).
- Add a layer of the meat mixture, then a generous handful of cheese.
- Repeat layers (tortilla, meat, cheese) until ingredients are used up, ending with cheese on top.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Cool and serve: Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Top with your favorite garnishes like sour cream, diced tomatoes, green onions, or avocado.
Tips & Variations
- Make it spicy: Add chopped jalapeños or use spicy salsa.
- Vegetarian version: Swap the meat for lentils or a plant-based ground meat alternative.
- Add rice: Mix in cooked rice for an extra filling, casserole-style twist.
- Meal prep: Assemble in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
One Pan, Endless Flavor
Mexican Taco Lasagna is everything you love about tacos in an easy, oven-baked dish that’s perfect for weeknights or gatherings. It’s bold, cheesy, and endlessly customizable — a guaranteed winner that’ll have everyone asking for seconds (and the recipe!).
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