Description
Taco Lasagna is the perfect fusion of two beloved dishes—zesty tacos and comforting lasagna. Layers of seasoned ground beef, refried beans, salsa, melty cheese, and pasta come together in one irresistible baked casserole. It’s a flavorful, hearty meal that’s easy to prepare and guaranteed to satisfy the whole family.
Ingredients
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
½ cup water
9 lasagna noodles
1 cup refried beans
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup sliced black olives
½ cup diced tomatoes
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Boil lasagna noodles until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Spread a small amount of salsa in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer 3 noodles, then spread half the refried beans, half the beef, a third of the salsa, and a third of both cheeses.
- Repeat layers with noodles, remaining beans, beef, salsa, and cheese.
- Top with last layer of noodles, spread sour cream over the top, and finish with remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes. Garnish with green onions, olives, and tomatoes before serving.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add a layer of corn or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
