HOMEMADE MEXICAN LASAGNA

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Our friends and family love this recipe. It's easy to make ahead of time and can be frozen. This is especially nice during particularly busy times of the year.-Brenda Cooper, Edna, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 jar (24 ounces) picante sauce
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained or 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1 large egg, beaten
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, optional
1/2 cup sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Stir in the picante sauce, beans, salt and pepper; set aside. , In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese and egg. Spread one-third of meat mixture in one 13x9-in. baking dish or two 8-in. square baking dishes. Top with half of Monterey Jack cheese, half of cottage cheese mixture and six tortillas (tear tortillas if necessary to cover cheese more completely). Repeat layers, ending with meat. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. , Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes. Let stand a few minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions and serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 1122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

Elizabeth Morrison
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I made this lasagna for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were amazing and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Angel meme Woart
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This was my first time making lasagna and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Gemma
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I made this lasagna for my family and they loved it! The tortillas added a nice twist and the salsa verde gave it a bit of a kick. I will definitely be making this again.


Juwel Mahem
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This lasagna was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Brooke Putman
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I made this lasagna for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were amazing and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Mr Potato
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This was my first time making lasagna and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Jn Jannat
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I made this lasagna for my family and they loved it! The tortillas added a nice twist and the salsa verde gave it a bit of a kick. I will definitely be making this again.


Praise Akinyede
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This lasagna was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasar Chadhar
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I made this lasagna for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were amazing and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


BTC WWH WHAY
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This was my first time making lasagna and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Frank George
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I made this lasagna for my family and they loved it! The tortillas added a nice twist and the salsa verde gave it a bit of a kick. I will definitely be making this again.


MD sano War
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This lasagna was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Motaleb
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I made this lasagna for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were amazing and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Shadrack Korankye
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This was my first time making lasagna and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Si Liton
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The lasagna was cheesy, flavorful, and filling. My husband and kids loved it.


Alex Byrne
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I'm not usually a fan of lasagna, but this Mexican version was delicious! The tortillas added a nice twist and the salsa verde gave it a bit of a kick. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gerald Carter
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This Mexican lasagna was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was amazing and the cheese was perfectly melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.