LAYERED TORTILLA LASAGNA

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 8 as a main dish, or 12 to 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

About 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups (about 6 ounces) sliced stemmed mushrooms
1 1/2 cups corn kernels, preferably fresh and cut off the cobs (about 2 ears)
8 cups (about 10 ounces) packed, stemmed spinach leaves, well rinsed but not dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
16 tortillas (this is better with store-bought rather than homemade)
5 cups Chipotle Cascabel Salsa or substitute
1 cup heavy (whipping) cream, creme fraiche or plain yogurt
3 cups (12 ounces) shredded Mexican asadero-style cheese, brick, Monterey Jack or just about any melting cheese you like
15- or 16-ounce carton ricotta cheese
About 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium. When quite hot, add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the corn and cook for a minute or two longer, then scrape the mixture into a bowl. Return the skillet to the heat without washing it and add the damp spinach. Cook, stirring constantly, until just wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Scoop into a colander set in the sink and use a spoon to gently press out excess moisture. Let the vegetables cool, then scoop the spinach in with the mushrooms and corn and season with the salt.
  • Pour a little of the remaining oil into a small skillet to lightly coat the bottom and set over medium heat until hot. One at a time, quick-fry the tortillas for a few seconds per side just to soften them. As the oil is used up, add a little more, let it heat a moment, then continue frying tortillas. Drain the tortillas in a single layer on paper towels, blotting them dry with additional towels. Cut the tortillas in half.
  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly oil a 13 x 9-inch baking dish. In a medium-size bowl, mix the salsa with the cream or yogurt. Spread a thin layer of the salsa mixture over the bottom of the baking dish, then cover with 8 tortilla halves. Evenly top with half of the vegetables, a scant 11/2 cups of the remaining salsa mixture and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Add another layer of 8 tortilla halves. Spread with the ricotta and another scant 11/2 cups of the salsa mixture. Top that second layer with a third round of 8 tortilla halves, the remaining vegetables, another portion of salsa mixture and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. For the final layer, evenly lay out the remaining tortillas, spread with the remaining salsa mixture (making sure to completely cover the tortillas) and evenly sprinkle on the remaining 1 cup shredded cheese.
  • Cover lightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until bubbling and lightly browned. Let stand a few minutes before sprinkling with the cilantro and cutting into squares to serve to your guests on warm plates

Surprise Maluleke
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Tania Begum
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This lasagna is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Gujjar Sb
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I'm going to try this recipe with different types of tortillas next time.


Archippus Kathamba
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This lasagna is a great option for a weeknight meal.


Parbati Yogi
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I love that this lasagna can be made ahead of time and reheated.


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This lasagna is a great way to use up leftover tortillas.


Larry Mcgruder
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy lasagna recipe.


Jimmy Osorio
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This is the best tortilla lasagna recipe I've ever tried! It's easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Bechir Dakhlaoui
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I've made this lasagna several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Yasir Gujjar
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This lasagna was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it.


Valentina Aviles
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I'm not a fan of Mexican food, but I really enjoyed this lasagna. It was cheesy and flavorful.


Brenda Miller
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This is my new favorite lasagna recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Cathy Hogan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the lasagna turned out perfectly! It was a big hit with my family.


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The lasagna was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Grace Te Wao
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Marbe Bengali
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Mahnoor Waseem
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This dish was a bit too heavy for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best lasagna he's ever had.


Rose mary Nyambura
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I'm not usually a fan of lasagna, but this tortilla version was delicious! The tortillas added a nice chewy texture and the filling was cheesy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Elgar Gonzalez
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This layered tortilla lasagna was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so flavorful. I loved the combination of the tortillas, cheese, and sauce. Will definitely be making this again.