Easy Mexican Lasagna Recipe

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This lasagna is quick and easy to prepare, and leaves me plenty of time to feed our horses, goats and other animals while it's in the oven.

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Easy Mexican Lasagna Recipe
  • Prep: 15 min. Bake: 1 hour 35 min.
  • Yield: 12 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 12 uncooked lasagna noodles
  • 2-1/2 cups water
  • 2-1/2 cups picante sauce or salsa
  • 2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
  • 3/4 cup finely sliced green onions
  • 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

  • Combine beef, beans, oregano, cumin and garlic powder. Place four of the uncooked lasagna noodles in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Spread half the beef mixture over the noodles. Top with four more noodles and the remaining beef mixture. Cover and remaining noodles. Combine water and picante sauce. Pour over all.
  • Cover tightly with foil; bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours or until noodles are tender. Combine sour cream, onions and olives. Spoon over casserole; top with cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Yield: 12 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 piece) equals 325 calories, 14 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 57 mg cholesterol, 473 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 17 g protein.

Originally published as Mexican Lasagna in Country February/March 1992, p51

Medium-Bodied Red Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a medium-bodied red wine such as Chianti, Sangiovese, Malbec or Zinfandel.

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Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2012 by Benjamip

I made this for my adult kidlets last night and it was all thumbs up - they loved it! I prepared the meat, noodles and cheese in a casserole dish the night before, put it in the fridge, and the next evening after work, I simply poured the salsa water mix over the top and popped it in the oven for about 70 minutes! It was PERFECT with a salad and cheesy rolls! I was disappointed I didn't have any leftovers for today's lunch!

Reviewed on Jun. 16, 2012 by kshea

Can't click on the stars for some reason, but I would rate this "5". It's really good, but we add more spices. Been making it since the early 90's.

Reviewed on May. 29, 2012 by bhagon

Made this wonderful casserole exactly as the recipe stated and used gluten free lasagna' noodles! A very easy recipe to make for dinner guests too!

Reviewed on Dec. 29, 2010 by jsouba

Made this for a dinner party and it was a big hit! No leftovers! Was easy to make and could socialize while it cooked...would make again

Reviewed on Nov. 04, 2010 by purplemartin3

Loved this recipe. I fried the beef before using. Decreased the water to 1 cup and the sour cream to 1 cup. Used a package of taco seasoning and 3 cloves garlic, minced. Never added the oregano or cumin. Also put some diced red pepper on top with the onions & olives. Used a slightly smaller pan.

Reviewed on Sep. 22, 2010 by becka831

Fabulous nummy recipe! Easy, reheats fabulously, kids love, so do adults.

Reviewed on Dec. 17, 2009 by quiltworker75

I have been making this for years now. I have passed the recipe down to my DIL's who love it also. It is quick to make and you just have to put it in the oven.

Reviewed on Jun. 01, 2009 by stacyunger

 
 

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