Nancy’s Mexican Lasagna

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 9

Spicy and satisfying, Nancy's Mexican Lasagna is a fun twist on a classic dish

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

511

Sugar

Fat

31g

Nancy's Mexican Lasagna is a spicy and satisfying twist on the traditional Italian dish. By using tortillas instead of noodles, this recipe takes on a Mexican flair, complete with tangy salsa and melted Monterey Jack cheese. Ground beef adds protein and flavor, while ricotta cheese gives the dish a creamy texture. With a cook time of 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F
2.	In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground chuck until browned. Drain and stir salsa into skillet.
3.	Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread half the tortillas in baking dish. Cover with half of the meat mixture, then sprinkle with half of the Monterey Jack cheese.
4.	Repeat layers
5.	In a small bowl, beat together eggs and ricotta cheese. Spread mixture evenly over top of lasagna.
6.	Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until heated through. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting. Enjoy!

PROS

The combination of flavorful ground beef and tangy salsa make this a delicious and satisfying meal.

Using tortillas instead of traditional lasagna noodles makes this dish unique and fun to eat.

CONS

This dish can be quite high in fat and calories, especially if you use full-fat cheese and ground beef.

It may not be appropriate for those on a strict diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option, it does provide a good source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals.
The tomatoes in the salsa contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and certain types of cancer.

	1 1/2 lbs ground chuck
	24 ounces salsa
	10 flour tortillas
	8 ounces ricotta cheese
	2 eggs
	10 ounces grated monterey jack cheese