Are you on the hunt for a tantalizing dish that effortlessly merges the vibrancy of Mexican flavors with the comforting essence of classic lasagna? Look no further! This guide unveils the secrets behind creating a culinary masterpiece: the irresistible Rachael Ray's Mexican Lasagna. With its mouthwatering layers of tender tortillas, savory ground beef, zesty salsa, creamy cheeses, and a delightful topping of enchilada sauce, this recipe promises an explosion of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you straight to the heart of Mexican-inspired comfort food.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MEXICAN LASAGNA SUIZA
Cheesy chicken enchiladas get a makeover in this quick and easy lasagna. Tomatillos mix with two cheeses, crema and layers of tortillas to create a golden, bubbly weeknight dinner.
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Preheat broiler to high with rack at center oven.
- Gather your ingredients.
- Halve, peel and chop onion, seed and chop jalapeno peppers and crush and chop garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat EVOO, 2 turns of the pan, over medium-high heat. Add onions, jalapenos, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper. Stir a few minutes to soften, then add 1/2 cup water and let it absorb. Add tomatillos, chop a small handful of cilantro and add, then stir in juice of 1 lime, agave or honey and stock.
- Remove the skin and bones from chicken, pull meat or chop into small pieces and add to sauce.
- Char the tortillas to blister and soften over open burners or in a dry stainless or cast-iron skillet on electric stovetop over high heat.
- In a bowl, stir up the crema with juice of 1 lime and shredded cheeses.
- Assemble lasagna in 8-by-8, 9-by-9 or 9-by-13 casserole (a 9-by-13 will be tighter and cook faster because the layers will be more spread out). Spray the casserole, then add some tortillas, half the chicken and sauce, tortillas, half the cream and cheese, tortillas, half the chicken and sauce, tortillas, half the cream and cheese. Place in oven and broil until brown and bubbly.
- Meanwhile, peel red onion and thinly slice on mandoline or by hand. Toast some pepitas in small skillet. Chop more cilantro.
- Top lasagna with toasted seeds, red onions and cilantro. Cut into 4 portions to serve.
- Fill a rocks glass with ice. Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake with ice and strain into rocks glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.
RACHAEL RAY'S MEXICAN LASAGNA
Rachael must love her Mexican lasagna because she has several versions. I found this highly-rated recipe on the Food Network. This is broken into simple steps. The spinach flavored tortillas really make this something special. If you like spicy foods, be adventurous and try Jalapeno Cheddar tortillas. *NOTE* If you plan to have leftovers, the reviewers recommend serving the tortillas on the side and not layering with them. The tortillas get will be soggy after sitting in the refrigerator. Doing that makes assembly a snap! :)
Provided by Kats Mom
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 1 pan, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- TO COOK THE FILLING: Preheat a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil - twice around the pan.
- Add chicken and season with chili powder, cumin, and red onion.
- Brown the meat, 5 minutes.
- Add taco sauce or stewed or fire roasted tomatoes.
- Add black beans and corn.
- Heat the mixture through, 2 to 3 minutes then season with salt, to your taste.
- ASSEMBLE LASAGNA: Coat a shallow baking dish with remaining extra-virgin olive oil, about 1 tablespoon oil.
- Cut the tortillas in half or quarters to make them easy to layer with.
- Build lasagna in layers of meat and beans, then tortillas, then cheese.
- Repeat: meat, tortilla, cheese again.
- Bake lasagna 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is brown and bubbly.
- Top with the scallions.
- *NOTE* - I omit the last step and offer the chopped scallions, chopped tomatoes, salsa and sour cream on the side as additional toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 866.9, Fat 41.3, SaturatedFat 17.9, Cholesterol 219.4, Sodium 1295.6, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 10.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 76.2
POSOLE MEXICAN LASAGNA
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place rack in oven in middle of oven and heat broiler or place oven on 400 degrees F.
- Heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, a turn of the pan, in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork and crumble up as it browns. While pork browns, season the meat with cumin, coriander and salt and pepper. Once browned evenly, stir in hominy and reduce heat to simmer.
- While meat cooks heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a sauce pot, add onions, garlic and peppers, season with salt and pepper and saute until softened 5 to 6 minutes. Place tomatillos and cilantro or parsley in food processor and process until almost smooth. Pour into onion and garlic mixture and simmer to mellow, 5 to 6 minutes more. Replace the processor bowl. Pit and scoop the avocado flesh into the processor, add the lime zest and juice. Add the honey, puree until smooth and season with a little salt. Stir the avocado mixture into the green sauce and remove from heat.
- Char all of the tortillas over an open flame or in dry hot skillet.
- In a baking dish layer sauce, tortilla, meat, cheese, tortilla, sauce, meat, cheese, etc. End with a layer of tortilla, sauce and finally cheese. Place baking dish in the oven and bake for 4 to 5 minutes until bubbly and cheese is brown. Pass sour cream at the table.
ALMOST LASAGNA - RACHAEL RAY
This is a recipe from Rachael Ray. I have not tried it but it looks great! Easier than lasagna, because it's not, this pasta, meat sauce and ricotta toss-up is just as hearty and comforting as the layered Italian fave, but it's ready in a fraction of the time and with much less effort.
Provided by jnkmiles
Categories Meat
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat a large pot of water to boil for pasta. Salt water and cook pasta to al dente. Heads up: you will need a ladle of the starchy cooking water to help form sauce before draining.
- Heat a deep nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan. Add the meat and break it up into small bits as it caramelizes. Once meat has good color to it, 4 to 5 minutes, add garlic, onions and red pepper flakes and season with salt, pepper, allspice and Worcestershire sauce. Cook another 5 minutes, deglaze the meat and onions with red wine, cook off a minute, then combine about 1/2 cup of stock into the meat. Stir in the tomatoes and bring to a bubble. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer 5 minutes.
- Place ricotta cheese in the bottom of a shallow bowl. Add a ladleful of boiling, starchy pasta water to the ricotta and stir to combine. Add a couple of handfuls of grated Parmesan to the ricotta and mix it inches.
- Drain pasta. Toss hot pasta with cheeses. Add half the thick meat sauce to the pasta bowl and combine. Tear or shred the basil and add to the meat and pasta, toss again. Taste to adjust salt and pepper. Serve bowlfuls of Not-sagna with extra sauce on top and more grated Parmesan to pass at the table.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 996.4, Fat 36.1, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 111.8, Sodium 891.1, Carbohydrate 108.1, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 11.2, Protein 53.5
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and ready to go. This will help you stay organized and ensure that your lasagna comes together quickly and easily.
- Don't overcook the tortillas: When you're frying the tortillas for the lasagna, be careful not to overcook them. They should be just slightly crispy, but still pliable enough to roll up.
- Use a variety of fillings: Don't be afraid to experiment with different fillings for your lasagna. You can use ground beef, ground turkey, chicken, or even vegetables. You can also add different cheeses, sauces, and spices to create a unique flavor profile.
- Layer the lasagna properly: When you're assembling the lasagna, make sure to layer the ingredients in the correct order. The tortillas should go on the bottom, followed by the filling, the cheese, and the sauce. Repeat this process until you've used up all of your ingredients.
- Bake the lasagna until it's golden brown: Bake the lasagna in a preheated oven until it's golden brown and bubbly. This usually takes about 30 minutes.
Conclusion:
Rachael Ray's Mexican Lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of Mexican flavors and classic lasagna ingredients, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting lasagna recipe, give Rachael Ray's Mexican Lasagna a try!
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