Description
When taco night and lasagna get cozy, magic happens. This Cheesy Taco Lasagna is your weeknight hero—layers of spiced beef, creamy refried beans, melty cheese, and soft tortillas baked into bubbling bliss. Born from an empty fridge and a craving for comfort, it’s fast, foolproof, and family-approved. Grab your pan—it’s layering time!
Ingredients
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6 soft taco-size flour tortillas
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1 lb ground beef
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1 (16 oz) can refried beans
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1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
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4 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
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¼ cup water
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Optional: avocado, sour cream, cilantro, jalapeños for topping
Swaps & Twists
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Meatless? Use black beans, zucchini, and corn
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Low-carb? Sub sliced zucchini for tortillas
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Spicy? Add chipotles in adobo or spicy jack cheese
Instructions
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Cook the beef: Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high. Drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning + ¼ cup water. Simmer 5 mins.
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Preheat oven: Set to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9×13″ pan.
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Layer:
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2 tortillas → half the beans → half the beef → 1 cup cheese
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Repeat
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Final layer: tortillas + all remaining cheese
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Bake: Cover with foil. Bake 20 mins. Remove foil, bake 5–10 more mins until bubbly and golden.
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Rest: Let sit 5 mins before slicing.
Notes
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Warm beans slightly for easier spreading
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Tear tortillas to fit like puzzle pieces
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Letting it rest = cleaner slices
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Cheese browning too fast? Tent with foil
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 430 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g