Shelly's Recipe

MEXICAN LASAGNA

Category: Casseroles - Beef

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 peeled carrots, shredded
1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
1 (15 oz) can refried beans (I like black beans)
1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
3 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp cumin
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
6 flour tortillas
1 (16 oz) jar salsa
3 cup shredded cheese
1 1/2 - 2 cup crushed tortilla chips

Brown ground beef with onion and garlic. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, refried beans, and carrots. Stir together. Add chili powder, cumin, cayenne, and cilantro. Spray a 13x9 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Layer the following:
2 tortillas (will overlap in middle)
1/3 of meat mixture
1/3 jar of salsa
1 cup cheese
Repeat layers 2 more times and top with crushed tortilla chips.

Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted. Slice and serve. Can top with fresh cilantro, diced tomato, lettuce, sour cream, and/or more salsa if desired.

Serves 8