Taco Lasagna (So Easy!)
If you love Mexican-inspired cooking—or just enjoy discovering new comfort-food favorites—small ingredient upgrades can go a long way. Choose fresh garlic and onions instead of canned or dried, and add herbs like cilantro to brighten everything up. Opt for high-quality, freshly ground beef rather than frozen, and shred your own cheese instead of using pre-packaged blends. Even your oil choice counts: extra-virgin olive oil adds a deeper aroma when sautéing onions and garlic.
These simple swaps boost both flavor and enjoyment, turning an ordinary weeknight meal into something special and memorable.
🌮 Mexican-Inspired Tortilla Lasagna
🛒 Ingredients
- Lean ground beef — 1 lb (freshly ground for best taste)
- Olive oil — 1 tbsp (extra virgin preferred)
- Red onion — 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic — 2 cloves, minced
- Taco seasoning — ¼ cup (quality blend)
- Flour tortillas — 12 (6-inch)
- Salsa — 24 oz (store-bought or homemade)
- Sour cream — 1 cup
- Mexican cheese blend — 3 cups, shredded (freshly grated if possible)
- Water — ½ cup (adjust as needed)
- Green chiles — 1 can (optional)
- Black beans — 1 can, drained
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. - Brown the Beef
Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Drain excess fat and set aside. - Cook the Aromatics
In the same skillet, heat olive oil.
Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook for about 1 minute. - Prepare the Filling
Return beef to the skillet.
Mix in taco seasoning, green chiles (if using), and black beans.
Add water and simmer until slightly thickened, adding more liquid if needed. - Assemble
Place tortillas in the bottom of the baking dish.
Spread salsa, then half the beef mixture.
Add half the sour cream and sprinkle with cheese.
Repeat layers.
Top with tortillas, remaining salsa, and a generous layer of cheese. - Bake
Bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden. - Serve
Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.
✨ Hearty, cheesy, and full of bold flavor, this tortilla lasagna is a fun and crowd-pleasing take on classic Mexican comfort food.
