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Flavorful Taco Lasagna

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A quick and easy taco lasagna layered with seasoned beef, refried beans, and a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, baked to cheesy perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika)
  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup refried beans (optional)
  • 1 cup tomato sauce or enchilada sauce
  • 4 oz diced green chiles
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in taco seasoning and diced green chiles. Cook for 2 more minutes to let flavors meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. In a bowl, combine shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Layer 2 tortillas to cover the bottom. Spread half of the refried beans evenly over the tortillas, then half of the beef mixture, followed by a generous sprinkle of the cheese blend.
  7. Repeat layering with 2 more tortillas, remaining beans, beef, and cheese. Top with the final 2 tortillas and spread the remaining tomato sauce on top, finishing with the last of the cheese blend evenly sprinkled.
  8. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
  9. Let the lasagna rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top if desired.

Notes

Use fresh shredded cheese for better meltiness. Let the lasagna rest before cutting to avoid a messy dish. You can prepare the beef mixture a day ahead to enhance flavors. For a vegetarian version, substitute beef with sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, and black beans.

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