Cheesy Taco Lasagna Layers (Printer-Friendly)

Soft tortillas layered with seasoned beef, beans, and melted cheddar for a bold, comforting meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tortillas

01 - 6 soft flour tortillas, taco size

→ Beans

02 - 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
03 - 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed (optional)

→ Meat

04 - 1 lb ground beef, 80% lean

→ Seasonings and liquids

05 - 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
06 - 1/2 cup water

→ Vegetables (optional)

07 - 1/2 cup diced onion
08 - 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1/2 cup Mexican-style diced tomatoes, no salt added

→ Cheese

11 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart until no pink remains. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic, sautéing until vegetables soften.
02 - Sprinkle taco seasoning over the cooked beef mixture and add water. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Optionally, stir in diced tomatoes and black beans, then simmer uncovered for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until thickened but moist.
03 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
04 - Place 2 tortillas on the bottom of the dish. Spread half of the warmed refried beans evenly over the tortillas, then top with half of the beef mixture. Cover with a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese.
05 - Add 2 more tortillas, followed by the remaining refried beans and beef mixture. Sprinkle another layer of shredded cheese over the top.
06 - Cover with the last 2 tortillas and scatter the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the surface.
07 - Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes to soften the layers and melt the cheese.
08 - Remove foil and continue baking for 10 minutes to brown and crisp the top layer of cheese.
09 - Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with optional toppings such as shredded lettuce, sour cream, avocado, and salsa.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Warming refried beans before spreading improves ease of layering. Resting lasagna before cutting ensures clean slices and prevents falling apart. Generous cheese on top creates a golden, flavorful crust.
02 - For gluten-free variation, substitute corn tortillas. Use preferred cheese varieties like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for added flavor.

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