Mexican Lasagna Tortilla Layers (Printable)

Tortilla layers with spiced beef, beans, corn, and cheesy topping bake into a hearty Mexican-inspired meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound ground beef

→ Vegetables & Beans

02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 can (14 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
06 - 1 can (5 oz) corn, drained
07 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

→ Sauces & Seasonings

08 - 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
09 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
10 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Tortillas & Cheese

11 - 8 medium flour tortillas
12 - 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

→ Garnishes

13 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Sliced jalapeños
15 - Sour cream

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
03 - Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper to skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in taco seasoning, chili powder, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Simmer 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
05 - Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place two tortillas on bottom, tearing as needed to fit.
06 - Spread one-third of meat mixture over tortillas. Sprinkle with one-fourth of cheese.
07 - Repeat layers twice more: tortillas, meat mixture, cheese. Top with final tortilla layer and remaining cheese.
08 - Cover loosely with foil. Bake for 25 minutes.
09 - Remove foil and bake additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
10 - Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with cilantro, jalapeños, and sour cream if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get all the cheesy layered satisfaction of traditional lasagna but with the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex cooking
  • It feeds a crowd and reheats beautifully, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings
02 -
  • Tearing the tortillas to fit the dish is completely normal and actually helps them interlock better
  • The resting period seems trivial but cutting too early makes everything slide apart
03 -
  • If your tortillas are stiff, wrap them in damp paper towels and microwave for 30 seconds before layering
  • Let the meat mixture cool slightly before assembling to prevent the tortillas from getting soggy

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