Mexican Lasagna

This Mexican Lasagna is the perfect potluck casserole and most asked every year on Cinco De Mayo layered with a little of everything all in one pan and so easy!


You may also have heard the terms Taco Lasagna or Mexican Casserole because this dish can be layered with so many additions or substitutions you prefer.

We use flour tortillas, ground beef, green chiles, beans, whole diced tomato, and it's loaded with two kinds of cheeses.


It's super easy to make and the kids love it and always a big hit if you need to feed a crowd or are hosting a party or just celebrating May 5th.


Setting up a garnish bar is fun and adding the topping everyone likes is also a great addition to this easy meal.


We will give you all those suggestions below in the recipe card as you scroll through the step-by-step recipe.

Mexican for a day?

When we went to Mexico a few years ago I fell in love with beef and bean-filled homemade tortilla. I have attempted to make my own tortilla which is pretty simple to do. I experimented with what is referred to as American Mexican food and this is Mexican lasagna became a favorite.


If you're not a beef lover, substitute tequila shrimp, ground turkey or even roasted leftover boneless cooked pork or boneless cooked chopped chicken breast.

Garnish Suggestions:

1. sliced olives
2. sour cream
3. avocado
4. jalapeno peppers
5. shredded lettuce
6. salsa mild or hot
7. diced tomatoes
8. finely chopped onions
9. crushed tortilla chips
10. Side dishes:
11. avocado guacamole dip
12. corn on the cob
13. rice and beans 

Easy Steps

1. Saute the meat and drain the fat
2. Add the tomatoes, spices, and simmer
3. Fold in the refried beans
4. Start layering with tortilla, filling, cheese, and repeat
5. Bake until edges are crispy
6. Serve with garnishes

Ingredients to Use(see the recipe card for the exact measurements)

• tortilla
• whole diced tomatoes
• tomato sauce
• ground beef or turkey
• green chilies
• mozzarella and jack cheese shredded
• garlic
• refried beans
• chili powder
• cumin
• granulated garlic powder
• parsley
• oil

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Easy Casserole for Cinco De Mayo

We love Mexican food and all kinds of foods and love to celebrate all holidays since food is a universal language we can partake in the festivities.


This American Mexican casserole for lasagna is the perfect meal using some of the traditional ingredients we love like refried beans, ground beef, and loads of melted cheese is a great way to celebrate and day of the week even Taco Tuesday.


This is a nice change of flavors and always welcome at our dinner table.


If you need an easy-to-throw-together for a quick meal even if you've worked all day, you can throw this together in no time at all this is the perfect addition to your recipe collection.

Mexican Lasagna

Yield: 10

Author: Claudia Lamascolo

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 35 Min

A combination of layered tortillas with beans, sauce, and cheese into a delicious Mexican Lasagna Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 8 oz package of shredded jack cheese combined with
• 1 8 oz package of extra sharp cheddar shredded
• 1 package of 10 flour (or you can use corn tortillas or low carb tortilla shells)
• 1 16 oz can of refried beans
• 1 pound of ground beef or ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon chili powder,
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley ( or cilantro)
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 large 28 - ounce can of diced whole tomatoes,  mild salsa or fire-roasted tomatoes diced
• 1 4 ounce can of diced green chilies
• 1 small 4 - ounce can of tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons of minced garlic
• pinch of chopped fresh basil
• Optional: Cayenne pepper for heat, cooked chicken instead of beef or any other kind of meat you
• like
• olive oil, vegetable or canola oil

Instructions

1. In a large frypan, add a few tablespoons of oil add minced garlic and saute for 2 minutes then add ground meat, and cook till pink is gone.
2. Drain excess fat out.
3. Add all seasonings, tomatoes, and all other ingredients (except the cheeses and refried beans), and simmer on low heat for about 10 to 15 minutes.
4. Take this off the stove and stir in the refried beans.
5. In a square 10 x 10 pan lightly greased with oil, start with the tortilla, add a layer of meat both cheeses, repeat with a tortilla on top, meat, cheese.
6. End with more cheese and meat/bean sauce.
7. Bake on 350 until cheese is brown and bubbly and edges look crisp around 20 minutes.
8. Let sit a few minutes before cutting and serving.
9. Garnish: with sour cream, avocado, jalapeno, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, and black olives.

Notes

Garnish Suggestions:

1. sliced olives
2. sour cream
3. avocado
4. jalapeno peppers
5. shredded lettuce
6. salsa mild or hot
7. diced tomatoes
8. finely chopped onions
9. crushed tortilla chips
10. Side dishes:
11. guacamole
12. corn on the cob
13. rice and beans 

Nutrition Facts

Calories

281.25

Fat (grams)

17.11

Sat. Fat (grams)

9.04

Carbs (grams)

7.7

Fiber (grams)

2.51

Net carbs

5.19

Sugar (grams)

2.02

Protein (grams)

23.91

Sodium (milligrams)

604.05

Cholesterol (grams)

67.81

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Just whip up your favorite guacamole bruschetta and salsa recipes and a big pitcher of strawberry margaritas on the rocks for a fun and festive menu for Cinco De Mayo, or for any time you're party planning.