Mexican Lasagna With Corn Tortillas And Ricotta Cheese
If you love Mexican food and lasagna, then you will definitely enjoy this delicious recipe of Mexican Lasagna with Corn Tortillas and Ricotta Cheese. This recipe is perfect for those who want to try something different from the traditional Italian lasagna. Plus, it's super easy to make and can be prepared in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is browned and onions are translucent.
- Add the black beans, corn, tomatoes, green chiles, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
- In a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of the beef mixture on the bottom of the dish.
- Place 4 corn tortillas on top of the beef mixture, overlapping them slightly.
- Spoon 1 cup of the beef mixture over the tortillas.
- Spoon 1 cup of the ricotta cheese over the beef mixture.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded Mexican blend cheese over the ricotta cheese.
- Repeat layers of tortillas, beef mixture, ricotta cheese, and shredded cheese until all ingredients are used up.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top of the lasagna before serving.
And there you have it – a delicious Mexican Lasagna with Corn Tortillas and Ricotta Cheese that is sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it with a side of guacamole and salsa for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy!
Additional Tips
- For a healthier version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef.
- You can also use whole wheat tortillas instead of corn tortillas.
- If you prefer spicier food, add some chopped jalapeños to the beef mixture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can also freeze the lasagna for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through.