Mexi-Corn Lasagna by Dei Fratelli

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 0
Mexi-Corn Lasagna by Dei Fratelli, a delicious Mexican twist on classic lasagna
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 can corn , drained
1 can chopped tomatoes , Dei Fratelli Mexican Tomatoes
1 cup picante sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
16 ounces low fat cottage cheese
2 eggs , slightly beaten
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
12 tortillas
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
405
Sugar
8g
Fat
25g
Inspired by Mexican cuisine, Mexi-Corn Lasagna by Dei Fratelli is an exciting twist on the classic lasagna dish. A blend of Mexican-style ground beef, canned corn, Mexican-style tomatoes, and other spices gives this lasagna its unique flavor profile. The cottage cheese, eggs, and Parmesan cheese provide a creamy texture that complements the taste of the other ingredients well. This dish is an excellent option for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests on a special occasion. When served with a side salad, this lasagna is a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 F
2.In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat; drain.
3.Add corn, tomatoes, picante sauce, chili powder, cumin; bring to a boil.
4.Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 10 minutes.
5.In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, oregano and garlic salt.
6.Spoon about 1/2 cup meat mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
7.Arrange 6 tortillas to completely cover the bottom of the baking dish, overlapping if necessary.
8.Spoon half of the remaining meat mixture over the tortillas.
9.Spoon half of the cheese mixture over meat mixture.
10.Repeat layers ending with tortillas.
11.Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
12.Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

PROS

Mexi-Corn Lasagna by Dei Fratelli is a flavorful twist on classic lasagna that is easy to make and is a great option for a family meal.

Mexican-style tomatoes, picante sauce, chili powder, and cumin give the dish a unique flavor that will satisfy your craving for Mexican food.

Lasagna can be prepared ahead of time and is an excellent dish for leftovers.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and fat if made with ground beef and regular cottage cheese.
To reduce the calories and fat, the meat can be replaced with leaner options like ground turkey or chicken.

It is essential to consider the amount of cheese used if you are watching your cholesterol intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mexi-Corn Lasagna by Dei Fratelli is high in protein from the ground beef and the cottage cheese.
The corn and the tomatoes in the recipe provide antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins C and A.
Chili powder is a good source of capsaicin, which has been linked to reducing inflammation and aiding weight loss efforts.

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