Taco Lasagna – A Flavorful Fusion of Tacos and Lasagna

This Taco Lasagna is a creative and delicious twist on two classic comfort foods. Layered with tortillas, seasoned beef, black beans, and refried beans, and topped with melty cheese, it combines all the bold flavors of tacos in the satisfying, cheesy form of lasagna. The savory beef is balanced by the creamy beans and cheese, while the tortillas offer the perfect texture. This dish is perfect for a fun family dinner or a casual potluck, and it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings or fillings.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
  
  

• 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and diced
  
  

• 1 small onion, seeded and diced
  
  

• ⅔ cup water
  
  

• ¼ cup taco seasoning
  
  

• 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  
  

• 14.5 oz tomatoes with green chilies
  
  

• 8 taco-size tortillas
  
  

• 14.5 oz refried beans
  
  

• 3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  
  

• Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, sour cream
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
   
   

2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with the bell pepper and onion, crumbling the beef as it cooks until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
   
   

3. Return the beef mixture to the skillet, then add water, taco seasoning, black beans, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes until the liquid evaporates.
   
   

4. Layer the casserole: place two tortillas in the bottom of the prepared dish, overlapping slightly. Spread ⅓ of the refried beans on top, followed by ⅓ of the beef and bean mixture, and a sprinkle of cheese.
   
   

5. Repeat the layering process twice, finishing with the last two tortillas on top, and topping with the remaining cheese.
   
   

6. Cover with aluminum foil (loosely tented) and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is slightly browned.
   
   

7. Serve topped with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and sour cream.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving):

• Calories: 666 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 42g
  
  

• Protein: 39g
  
  

• Fat: 37g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 17g
  
  

• Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g
  
  

• Monounsaturated Fat: 14g
  
  

• Trans Fat: 1g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 120mg
  
  

• Sodium: 1451mg
  
  

• Potassium: 711mg
  
  

• Fiber: 10g
  
  

• Sugar: 6g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 1132 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 21mg
  
  

• Calcium: 393mg
  
  

• Iron: 6mg